National Specialist in Statistics

Overview

Support the implementation of agricultural and nutrition data projects.

You have:

• Master’s degree or higher in economics, statistics, or other relevant scientific fields.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and micro/macro data management.
• Good command of analytical software such as STATA or R.
• At least 5 years’ experience in data analysis, preferably in the areas of agriculture, food and nutrition security or poverty.
• Working knowledge of English and limited knowledge of French.

Organizational Setting

FAO is implementing the project "Establishment of a network of information systems on agriculture and food and nutrition security in the Indian Ocean islands (Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles)", STAT SANOI, GCP/MAG/095/EC, funded by the European Union. The main expected outputs are: (1) national information systems collect and produce data and information on food and nutrition security, (2) regional platform supports the activities of national information systems in the identification, collection and production of harmonized food security data and information, and (3) information coordination and national capacities for quantitative analysis of food and nutrition security are improved. The project coordination is based at the FAO Representation in Madagascar and the activities are implemented in the four countries. The project, which supports data collection and statistical analyses of national statistical offices, will contribute to a better understanding of issue surrounding agriculture and food and nutrition security (FNS), improved monitoring of national food systems, such that policymakers and stakeholders can more easily access the information needed to monitor agricultural and FNS issues and prepare evidence-based policies.

Reporting Lines

The FAO is recruiting a national consultant to support part time the implementation of the project activities in Mauritius. The national consultant will carry out the activities in support of the national technical services in Mauritius that are partners of the project, and the national expert will support the capacity building activities of these partners. The specialist will work in close collaboration with the FAO technical team, under the supervision of the regional project coordinator of STAT SANOI based at the FAO representation in Madagascar.

Technical Focus

FAO is recruiting a national specialist to support the implementation of the Stat SANOI project activities in Mauritius. The areas of Specialization are Socio-economic data analysis and Statistics.

Tasks and responsibilities

The national specialist will support the implementation and monitoring of project activities in the country as well as other countries where STAT SANOI is implemented (Madagascar, Comoros, Seychelles and Mauritius):

• Support the collection of updated data from the different national partners, the harmonization, analysis and visualization of data. • Coding additional indicators (poverty and nutrition indicators) chosen to be implemented within the platform. • Engage in discussion with national stakeholders • Support and liaise communication of STAT SANOI team members with national stakeholders, especially Ministry of Health and Wellness • Support the planning of activities for 2024 and disseminate it to national stakeholders • Support the preparation of synthesis publications about agriculture and food and nutrition security in the country. • Support the organization of meetings, workshops, trainings, and international technical assistance missions. • Promote interactions between the technical services of partnering institutions of the action and FAO. • Participate in the drafting of reports related to the project activities in the country. • Other related duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in economics, statistics, or other relevant scientific fields. • Proficiency in statistical analysis and micro/macro data management. • Have a good command of analytical software such as STATA or R. • At least 5 years’ experience in data analysis, preferably in the areas of agriculture, food and nutrition security or poverty. • Working knowledge of English and limited knowledge of French.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus • Teamwork • Strong verbal skills and good writing skills. • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical / Functional Skills

Will be considered an advantage:

• Knowledge of geographic information systems and geographic software such as QGIS or ArcGIS • Experience in the field of economics, agriculture or environment. • Having previously worked with the ministry, such as Agriculture, Environment, Statistics, or other government agencies working in areas related to agriculture or food and nutrition security

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