Nigeria MICS Data Analysis International Consultancy - thematic Longitudinal Child Well-being and Urban Analysis Abuja, Nigeria (remote) 9 months REQ#594777

Organizational Context

UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them fulfill their potential from early childhood through adolescence. We are committed, passionate, and proud of our work, viewing the promotion of children's rights not just as a job, but as a calling.

Job Purpose

The consultancy aims to conduct two in-depth thematic analyses of MICS data for Nigeria: (1) a longitudinal and trend analysis focusing on child well-being, including 1,000 days indicators and learning outcomes, to identify key trends, disparities, and drivers; and (2) an urban and inequality analysis examining intra-urban disparities in selected urban areas. The consultant will develop methodologies, design conceptual frameworks, and conduct micro-data analysis, potentially summarizing existing inter-agency analyses. Capacity building of partners through virtual workshops on these analyses is also a key component. The ultimate goal is to contribute to evidence-based policy recommendations for targeted interventions to improve child well-being and address inequalities.

Responsibilities

The consultant will undertake a comprehensive longitudinal and trend analysis of MICS datasets (MICS3 to MICS7) in Nigeria, with a specific focus on child survival and learning indicators, identifying key trends, disparities, and drivers of outcomes. This includes developing a proposed methodology in consultation with UNICEF and NBS, designing a conceptual framework based on desk review, and creating a detailed analysis plan. The consultant will also consult and build capacity of partners through virtual workshops on longitudinal analysis. Furthermore, a comprehensive child-focused urban and inequality analysis will be conducted using MICS data, examining intra-urban inequalities in four selected urban areas. This involves developing a methodology, designing a conceptual framework, and consulting/building partner capacity. The consultant will produce detailed analytical reports for both analyses, highlighting critical gaps and opportunities for targeted interventions, and contribute to evidence-based policy recommendations. Three reporting products (summary PowerPoint, technical report, summary brief) are expected for each analysis.

Work Experience

A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in survey data analysis (for Master's degree holders) or 5 years (for PhD holders).

Skills

Analysis of large MICS and/or DHS datasets, Longitudinal analysis, Child well-being analysis, Inequality analysis, Regression modelling, Geospatial analysis, SDG indicator computation, Report writing, Capacity building, Data analysis methodology development, Conceptual framework design, UNICEF/UN agency experience (asset)

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