Consultancy to help increase use of administrative data for statistics production

Result of Service Increased understanding and knowledge on how to use administrative data for statistics production in target countries, as well as actual progress in making use of these data sources.

Work Location Remote

Expected duration 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities Work assignment Under the supervision of the project coordinator at UNSD, the consultant’s work assignment will involve the following:

• Prepare a detailed plan of activities, specifying key outputs and timelines, in close consultation with the UNSD project coordinator.
• Performs consultation assignments and engages with project countries, supporting them in progressing the work as prioritized and agreed.
• Jointly with UNSD project team and other key stakeholders conduct workshops and trainings in project countries.
• Participates in the development, implementation and finalization of the curriculum for the e-learning course on use of administrative data for statistical purposes that the project countries and other partners can benefit from.
• Review materials produced by company which will be hired to design the e-learning product and assist in finalizing the product
• Provide input and support to development of microlearning and online tools such as templates, checklists, best practices and other information/guidance materials as identified relevant through the initial assessment and discussions.
• Contribute to outreach and communication work, including organization of webinars.
• Contribute to project coordination, including reporting and follow up with countries and other key stakeholders, particularly regional commissions, UN Resident Coordinators and other partners engaged in the project countries on statistics work.
• Contribute to development of an ME & Learning framework for the e-learning resource

• Fulfil other tasks related to use of administrative data for statistics as assigned by supervisor

  Qualifications/special skills Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in statistics, economics, development studies, international relations, public administration, or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree in combination with twelve (12) years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.

• A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in social sciences, including statistics or economics, is required.
• Solid knowledge of statistical production, ideally with particular focus on the use of administrative data and quality management is required.
• Experience in project or programme management; Experience working with National Statistical Offices, providing capacity development, including guidance and training is required.

• Knowledge of the Sustainable Development Goals and national efforts to implement them is desirable.

  Languages Full command of spoken and written English is required, knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.

  No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.