Review of the national system for monitoring the risk of education segregation of Roma children, Geneva, Switzerlan, 5 months (Internationals, Home Based)

Review and analyze education data to support Roma children.

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Overview

Review and analyze education data to support Roma children.

You have:

  • Master’s in education, data and statistics
  • Minimum 10 years in data analysis, preferably within the education or social sector.
  • Demonstrated experience working with large administrative datasets (HMIS, EMIS, or similar).
  • Fluency in English is required.
  • Knowledge of statistical software packages and excel skills are mandatory.
  • Proven experience of data analysis
  • Expertise in constructing composite indicators and proxy measures
  • Experience in EU context

Contract

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Contract Duration – 5 months

Working arrangement: Home Based

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TERMS OF REFERENCE

The consultancy is requested in the context of the European Commission's Technical Support Instrument (TSI) project, "Education Desegregation of Roma Children in Slovakia," that aims to support the Ministry of Education, Research, Development, and Youth of Slovakia to tackle the persistent segregation of Roma children in the education system.

If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here: TMC0001811 External ToR.pdf

Requirements:

Education:

  • Master’s in education, data and statistics

Work Experience:

  • Minimum 10 years in data analysis, preferably within the education or social sector.
  • Demonstrated experience working with large administrative datasets (HMIS, EMIS, or similar).
  • Experience with international organizations (UN, EU, World Bank)
  • Experience with national education data systems is highly desirable

Language Requirements:

  • Fluency in English is required

Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:

  • Ability to translate complex statistical concepts into policy recommendations.
  • Knowledge of statistical software packages and excel skills are mandatory
  • Expertise in constructing composite indicators and proxy measures
  • Proven experience of data analysis

Desirables:

  • Experience in EU context

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to analyze a large dataset and what findings you derived from it? This question assesses your analytical skills and experience with large datasets. Provide a specific example of a project, detailing the dataset, your analysis methods, and the insights gained.
How would you approach translating statistical data into policy recommendations? This evaluates your ability to communicate complex data in a practical way. Pro members can see the explanation.
What statistical software are you proficient in and how have you applied it in previous roles? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of a composite indicator you have constructed? What was the purpose? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a challenge you faced while working with educational data and how you overcame it. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure data accuracy and reliability in your analyses? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What role do you think data plays in addressing education segregation? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated on educational policies and data analysis techniques? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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