Data Analytics and Trend Analysis for Global Effectiveness Review (GER)
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. We are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
Job Purpose
UNICEF is in the first year of implementing its new Strategic Plan, 2026-2029, and requires comprehensive analytical processes to assess progress, examine factors influencing pace and scale, and inform pathways to accelerate organizational performance. The Global Effectiveness Review (GER) is a key process to inform strategic decisions, assess progress at global, regional, and country levels, and generate recommendations for evidence-informed adjustments in programmes, strategies, and approaches. This consultancy will contribute to the GER by conducting data analytics and trend analysis to identify performance gaps and approaches that can accelerate impact at scale, informing the Mid-Term Review of the Strategic Plan and Integrated Budget.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive data analysis to assess progress against UNICEF's Strategic Plan 2026-2029 at global, regional, and country levels. Perform trend analysis on child-related outcomes and relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) progress. Critically assess the role of strategies, enablers, accelerators, and key shifts in driving measurable impact for children worldwide. Identify performance gaps and recommend approaches to accelerate impact at scale. Generate insights and findings to inform the Mid-Term Review (MTR) of the Strategic Plan and Integrated Budget. Collaborate with the UNICEF Strategic Planning and Analytics (SPA) unit within the Office of Strategy and Evidence – Innocenti. Prepare reports and presentations summarizing analytical findings and recommendations. Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the analysis process. Support the development of evidence-informed adjustments in programmes, strategies, and approaches.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of professional experience in data analysis, trend analysis, research, and evaluation, preferably within the context of international development or child-related issues. Experience with statistical software and data visualization tools is highly desirable.
Skills
Data analysis, Trend analysis, Statistical software proficiency, Data visualization, Research methodologies, Report writing, UNICEF Strategic Plan, SDG indicators, Performance assessment, International development, Problem-solving, Communication