Data Analysis and Knowledge Management Associate

Contract

This is a UNV International Youth contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Youth contracts.

The World Health Organization has prioritized improving availability of data and its use in decision making, as a key deliverable for supporting countries in monitoring other progress and issues with moving towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and other health related Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets.

To achieve these expectations, WHO in the African Region (WHO-AFRO) under the Data, Analytics and Knowledge Management Unit is providing support for improving systems for data generation, analysis and its use. Among these is the African Health Observatory (AHO), a web-based platform that serves four functions: a) Storage and sharing of data and statistics; b) Production and sharing of evidence through the analysis and synthesis of information; c) Sustaining networks and communities, for better translation of evidence; and d) Supporting countries establish national or sub-national health observatories.

In this context, the incumbent will serve as one of the health information officers, focusing on data analysis, supporting countries in improving their health information systems, and developing regional analytical products.

Under the direct supervision of the Health Information and Knowledge Team Lead, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: • Assist in gathering data and examining data for the analytics platform of the African Health Observatory • Support the analysis and visualization of gathered data • Collaborate with the African Health Observatory focal point n the maintenance of the analytics platform of the observatory • Assist with the coordination and documentation of best practices for achieving Universal Health Coverage in countries • Assist in the preparation of Health System Services cluster (HSS) related meetings such as the Directors of Planning Meeting

☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Commitment to Continuous Learning ☒ Communication ☒ Creativity ☒ Ethics and Values ☒ Integrity ☒ Planning and Organizing ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Working in Teams

(up to three years) or demonstrated interest in health systems. • Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills; • Strong writing and analytical skills • Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.

The Republic of Congo is a low-middle income country, located in Central Africa sub-region. The country shares boundaries with Gabon in the South-West, Cameroon and Central Republic Africa in the North and North East, the Democratic Republic of Congo in the East, Angola and Atlantic Ocean in the South. Since 2014, the Republic of Congo is experiencing an economic downturn, affecting the economic growth (-5 per cent in 2017). Because of the persistent drop in the price of oil, this situation drove to the decline of the gross domestic product per capita, from $3,196 in 2013 to $1,658 in 2017. Nevertheless, the country is globally stable and safe in the main urban and rural areas. Frequent disruptions are recorded in the electricity supply, particularly in Brazzaville (political capital) and Pointe-Noire (economic capital). The living cost is relatively affordable, but some concerns with the cost of decent housing should be noted. The population enjoys dressing in style and loves music both profane and religious. According to United Nations security standards, life and travel in Brazzaville and in the other areas major are secure. The Republic of Congo is a unique country. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential.