Data Analyst Associate - Identity Management (IDM) -Jerusalem- SC L6
Lead IDM operations and implement digital solutions in Palestine.
Overview
Lead IDM operations and implement digital solutions in Palestine.
You have:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area, such as business administration, computer science, technology, etc.
- Minimum 6 years of relevant working experience.
- Fluency (level C) in oral and written communication in Arabic and in English.
- Knowledge of SQL and understanding of database concepts.
- Proficiency in Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Experience working on cash projects.
- Strong communication and listening skills.
- Multitasking, organization, and prioritization skills.
- Proficiency in SQL, ability to code – preferred.
- Knowledge of WFP Identity Management standards – preferred.
- Experience with WFP tools and systems – preferred.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
11 September 2025-23:59-GMT+02:00 Israel Time (Jerusalem)WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.
ABOUT WFP
The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.
At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.
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WHY JOIN WFP?
- WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
- WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
- WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
- A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
- We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).
ABOUT WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.
In Palestine, WFP has scaled up assistance since October 2023, reaching more than 1.4 million people each month. This includes families who require emergency assistance when affected by conflict and displacement, as well as nutrition and hot meals activities but also vulnerable families receiving regular safety net type of assistance and shock response assistance.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
WFP defines “identity management” (IDM) as the principles, standards, processes, capabilities and technology solutions that we use to identify people and to store and utilise their information. This applies both when we assist people through our own programme activities and when we provide assistance on behalf of governments or other partners. Our principles and standards aim to put the people we assist at the centre of our programmes, empowering them and protecting them. The registration, enrolment, verification, delivery, and assurance processes aim to enable the delivery of quality programmes while the capabilities, including skill sets, technology, services, and partnerships, enable WFP to meet the principles and standards.
In Palestine, Gaza in particular, WFP has rolled out robust digital IDM solutions such as the self-registration tool, data assurance tool, and payment instrument tracking tool. In the West Bank, WFP has worked on implementing a pipeline to ensure that beneficiaries’ data are safely used and processed from their source (Ministry of social Development or UNRWA) until the assistance reaches the beneficiaries. The incumbent of this role will work as a data analyst to support IDM work within the WFP Palestine Programme units, working closely with relevant technical colleagues in the Area Office, Country Office (CO), and Headquarters (HQ).
JOB PURPOSE
The objective of this role is to provide data analytics and insights to IDM work, and ensuring the effective implementation of digital solutions with cooperating partners (CPs) and other UN agencies at a technical field level. This role is crucial for enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of beneficiary identification and distribution processes including in-kind food distributions and cash-based transfers (CBT).
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Within delegated authority, the Data Analyst - IDM Associate will be responsible for the following duties:
Design, develop, and maintain data analytics products for the in-kind and CBT operations to support visualization of data and reporting purposes.
Lead analysis preparation.
Lead IDM data management activities for Palestine, such as registration, data cleaning, deduplication, adjudication, deletion exercises.
Coordinate adoption and use of technical IDM WFP corporate systems in Palestine, including DAT, PIT, SRA, AND SCOPE, engaging with relevant focal points in West Bank and Gaza. Stop-gap and provide support to field teams to address technical issues.
Identify challenges regarding data collection and processing to suggest solutions and establish mechanisms to improve data quality and integrity for analysis.
Follow-up on implementation of IDM, ensuring timely support and feedback on achievements, gaps, etc.
Proactively communicate with senior team members and technical HQ teams on challenges and support required to overcome bottlenecks, contributing to smooth running of operations.
Support review and periodic update of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Guidance for established WFP IDM standards, processes, and technical solutions.
Provide project management support in identifying and analysing business requirements, developing and tracking progress against implementation timelines, liaise with relevant stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and coordination.
Contribute to strategic planning of IDM activities, including support to periodic review of regular operations against evolving context and WFP assurance best practices for all programmatic activities and delivery modalities.
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STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area, such as business administration, computer science, technology, etc.
Experience: Minimum 6 years of relevant working experience.
Language: Fluency (level C) in in oral and written communication in Arabic and in English.
Knowledge & Skills
Strong knowledge of SQL and database concepts
Strong data analytics and data visualization skills
Proficiency in Tableau Windows, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Experience working on cash projects
Strong communication and listening skills
Multitasking, organization, and prioritization skills
Proficiency in SQL, ability to code
Knowledge of WFP Identity Management standards – preferred
Experience with WFP tools and systems such as SCOPE – preferred
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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
- We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
- Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
- Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
- Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
- Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
- Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
- Only shortlisted candidates will be notified
All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.
Potential interview questions
| Can you provide an example of a project where you coordinated operations related to identity management? | The interviewer wants to gauge your practical experience in managing IDM operations. | Share a specific project with details about your role and outcomes. |
| How do you ensure data quality and integrity in IDM processes? | The question aims to assess your understanding of data management best practices. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you faced challenges in project management. How did you address them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have working with SQL, and how have you applied it in past roles? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you describe your approach to developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you communicate with stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use for multitasking and prioritizing tasks? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you consider when analyzing business requirements for a new project? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |