Data Analyst

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

To better inform policy making, the Human Development Unit launched the national Preparedness and Vulnerability data panels. The two dashboards examine the fabric of the socio-economic mechanism of country to respond and pre-empt impacts of shocks, such as the COVID-19 pandemic; and help policymakers understand how shocks impact individuals, businesses, and societies. The two COVID-19 data panels for Brazil and its 27 federative units show the multidimensional aspect of the country development challenges. 94 indicators compose the data panels: Panel 1, which demonstrates the degree of preparedness of Brazil, as well as the subnational perspectives into the 27 federative units in the face of the COVID 19 challenges; and Panel 2, which profiles the vulnerabilities in various dimensions of human development of Brazil as a whole and into the 27 federative units.

On September/2021 UNDP, UNESCO, UNICEF and PAHO/WHO jointly presented the report “COVID-19 and Sustainable Development: assessing the crisis with a vision of recovery”. The report is a call for action and response to the worst systemic crisis in history since the establishment of the United Nations. It highlights indicators to measure socioeconomic recovery, social protection and digital inclusion, so as to place the country on an inclusive and sustainable development course towards the fulfillment of the 2030 Agenda.

The HDU established 04(four) working agendas in which Agenda 1 work is focused on the analysis of the impact of COVID-19 pandemic in the Brazilian society. This Agenda is made up of works resulting from 03(three) consultants: 02 (two) Senior Economists and 01 (one) Statistician, regarding the analysis of Data Panels (dashboards)for monitoring the response of the pandemic and its developments.

Under the direct supervision of Human Development Unit (HDU)Coordinator at UNPD-Brazil the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Database Manipulation with extensive knowledge of databases, years of publication, throughout the following research: Atlas do DH no Brasil; PNADC / IBGE; DATA SUS / MS; CENSO Escolar / INEP; Mapa da Violência; and other data from administrative records; • Build with the HDU’s team the hierarchical methodology of the Unit databases - team activity (Word - document) • Migrate Agenda 1 databases, following the proposed hierarchical structure, to Excel • Migrate Agenda 1 databases, following the proposed hierarchical structure, to PDF • Draw hierarchy structure graphics • Build metadata • Generate snapshot and dynamic reports based on hierarchical structure and metadata • Structure a digital library proposal • Provide simple temporal analysis • Participate on meetings related to task subjects

• Integrity and professionalism: common sense; willingness to accept broad responsibilities; ability to work independently, following guidelines, in a politically sensitive environment; discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to deal with information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client oriented. • Accountability: ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations. • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills; ability to adapt to changes in the work environment. • Planning and organization: problem solving skills; large workload management; ability to prioritize, plan and monitor work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines and deal with simultaneous activities. • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relationships in a multicultural, multi ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender equality; • Communication: good spoken and written communication skills; ability to prepare clear and concise reports, make presentations, articulate options and positions, make and defend recommendations; empathy with co-workers, counterparts and interlocutors from different origins; ability to maintain composure and be helpful but objective; ability to transfer information and knowledge to different audiences; • Flexibility; adaptability; ability to operate independently in austere, remote and potentially hazardous environments for extended periods, including possible travel within the area of ​​operations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within the area of ​​operations as needed; • Commitment to the principles of volunteerism and the core values ​​of the UN.

Experience in data analysis Knowledge / proficient use of Excel and PDF (mandatory) Power BI (desirable) Latex (desirable) Good English writing skills

Areas of expertise: Development Programmes Economic and Finance Statistics

Brasília is a very pleasant city to visit and live in, with many green areas and a good range of services, including school and medical services. Brasilia is a family duty station, Hardship A.

The living conditions in Brasilia are good as well as the access to health services. The accommodation facilities are in general good and the choice is wide. Rent may vary between R$ 1.500,00 e 3.000,00 (reais) for a small flat located in north side of “Plano Piloto”, where UNDP office is located; UNDP share the premises of the UN House in Brasília, located at the Setor de Embaixadas Norte, near the city centre.

The central area, known as “Plano Piloto” is considered safe and there are no reports of threats against UN personnel; nevertheless, some precautions should be taken, since Brasília is a big city and has the same characteristics of such cities in the whole world. Security level in Brazil is moderate (3). All United Nations personnel must scrupulously comply with United Nations Department of Safety and Security procedures and recommendations during their assignment in Brazil. For missions in rural areas or indigenous reservations, special procedures may apply; UN personnel should consult with the local DSS office in advance.

As for the weather, temperatures are always high on average; the rainy season runs from October to April, and the rest of the year Brasilia is usually very dry.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan