International Data Consultant for Nigeria, Abuja Nigeria, 12 Months, (Remote with Regular visits to Nigeria)

Organizational Context

UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to promote and advocate for the rights of every child, guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child. In Nigeria, UNICEF collaborates with partners to fulfill and protect children's rights in a complex humanitarian and development setting, addressing significant challenges in education and service delivery for its large child population.

Job Purpose

The International Data Consultant will support the Federal Ministry of Education in Nigeria by strengthening the Education Management Information System (EMIS). This role is crucial for operationalizing the EMIS across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, focusing on data collection, management, analysis, and utilization. The consultant will contribute to the Nigeria Education Sector Renew Initiative (NESRI) and the Nigerian Education Data Initiative (NEDI), leveraging data to inform policy-making, program development, and enhance teaching and learning activities. The objective is to improve access to safe, quality, and inclusive education for millions of out-of-school children and those struggling with foundational literacy and numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

Support the Federal Ministry of Education in the operationalization and enhancement of the Education Management Information System (EMIS) across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. Assist in strengthening data collection, management, analysis, and utilization processes within the EMIS framework, aligning with the Nigeria Education Sector Renew Initiative (NESRI) and the Nigerian Education Data Initiative (NEDI). Provide technical expertise on the DHIS platform, utilized for the EMIS, to ensure its effective functioning and integration of modules such as the annual school census, safe school module, and student registry. Collaborate with government officials, UNICEF education specialists, and other stakeholders to ensure data quality, accuracy, and relevance for evidence-based decision-making. Develop and deliver training materials and capacity-building sessions for relevant personnel on EMIS usage and data analysis techniques. Contribute to the development of reports, policy briefs, and other communication materials that highlight key findings from education data to inform policy and programmatic interventions. Monitor the implementation of EMIS activities and provide regular updates on progress, challenges, and recommendations to UNICEF and the Ministry. Facilitate the use of education data to address critical issues such as out-of-school children, foundational literacy and numeracy, and access to safe, quality, inclusive education.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of professional experience in education data management, information systems, or a related field. Experience with EMIS or similar education sector data systems is highly desirable. Proven experience in data analysis, reporting, and capacity building.

Skills

Education Data Management, Information Systems, Data Analysis, Reporting, Capacity Building, DHIS Platform, EMIS, Policy Development Support, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Support, UNICEF Procedures, Communication

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