Programme Associate (KIM & Data Analysis), SC6, Dhaka

Overview

Analyze data and support data-driven decision-making.

You have:

• Completion of University Degree (bachelor's or equivalent) is required.
• Education in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or in any other relevant field is preferable.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Visualization and Reporting or in any other relevant field is preferred.
• Fluency in spoken and written both in English and Bangla language.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

26 April 2026-23:59-GMT+06:00 Bangladesh Standard Time (Dhaka)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).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

Under the overall guidance and technical supervision of the RAM Unit, the Programme Associate (KIM and Data Analysis) will report to the Programme Policy Officer (Operational Data Analyst), and will be responsible in collecting, processing, analyzing data and reports.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

1. Help design and combine key programme and operational data sources into one clear and scalable system for use across the Country Office.

2. Analyze distribution and output data to identify trends in consumption, pricing, and the number of beneficiaries reached, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.

3. Develop and manage Open Data Kit (Kobo, MODA) forms ensuring accuracy and alignment with monitoring and assessment needs.

4. Support sampling design and data preparation for monitoring, assessments, and different surveys.

5. Clean, transform, and prepare data when needed, including removing duplicates and organizing data for reviews, verification, and emergency response.

6. Develop and maintain trackers to record and follow up on different programme data.

7. Design and implement real-time dashboards to present insights to the Programme team, facilitating data-driven decision-making.

8. Train staff and partners to use dashboards and data tools to support data‑driven decision‑making.

9. Perform other tasks as required, agreed by Supervisor and Programme team at CO

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Completion of University Degree (bachelor's or equivalent) is required. Education in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or in any other relevant field is preferable. Experience: Minimum 6 years of experience in Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Visualization and Reporting or in any other relevant field is preferred. Language: Fluency in spoken and written both in English and Bangla language.

Job Title: Programme Associate (KIM and Data Analysis) Grade: SC6 Type of contract: Service Contract Duration: 12 Months Duty Station: Dhaka Number of positions: 01

This vacancy announcement is for Bangladeshi Nationals.

WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, leave plus medical insurance.

All documents will be verified, and any discrepancies will lead to automatic disqualification.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR THE ROLE

• Has experience in data analysis, data management, visualization and reporting.

• Has experience utilizing digital data collection tools.

• Advanced level knowledge in Excel, SQL, Python, Tableau.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: [email protected]

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.
• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.
• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

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.

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