Consultoría para el Desarrollo e Implementación de un Sistema de Recolección de Datos del Indicador de Feminicidio del Observatorio de Igualdad de Género de América Latina y el Caribe
Organizational Context
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), part of the UN Secretariat, seeks a consultant to develop and pilot a web-based data collection system for the femicide indicator. This system will be integrated into the Gender Equality Observatory for Latin America and the Caribbean, supporting national focal points in data management and reporting.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this consultancy is to technically develop and pilot a web system for collecting the femicide indicator for the Gender Equality Observatory of Latin America and the Caribbean. This system will enable national focal points to input, query, update, and download information, maintain historical records, and generate reports. The role is crucial for facilitating the compilation and management of the regional database, ensuring efficient data collection and accessibility for gender equality initiatives across the region. The consultant will work remotely for an expected duration of 8 months, contributing to the Observatory's capacity to monitor and address gender-based violence.
Responsibilities
The consultant will be responsible for the technical development and pilot implementation of a web system for collecting the femicide indicator. Key duties include: defining functional and technical requirements and the data model; configuring the development environment and developing the backend, including an API for data upload/update, user authentication, historical data queries, and report generation (Excel/CSV). The consultant will also develop the web portal for national focal points with user access, data entry forms, historical data queries, and download capabilities. Additionally, they will implement user and role management, integrate the system with the Observatory's website, conduct pilot testing with selected countries, make necessary adjustments, deploy the system for pilot use, prepare basic user documentation, and provide initial training and technical support.
Work Experience
Required: At least five years of professional experience. Experience in designing and developing web applications or systems. Experience in developing and implementing information management systems, including databases, user authentication, roles/permissions, and API integration. Desirable: Experience developing digital tools for data collection, management, visualization, or querying; experience with public institutions or international organizations; experience in projects related to statistics, gender equality, or public policy.
Skills
Web application development, Backend development, API integration, Database management, User authentication and authorization, Data modeling, System requirements analysis, User interface development, Pilot testing, Technical documentation, Training and support, Spanish language proficiency.