Data Analysis and Visualisation for the WEPs Private Sector and Gender
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is the United Nations entity dedicated to promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. Established to advance women's rights globally, UN Women works to shift laws, institutions, social norms, and services to close the gender gap. The organization operates in multiple countries and focuses on ensuring that the rights of women and girls are central to global progress. The Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) initiative, managed by UN Women, provides guidance to businesses on advancing gender equality and women's empowerment in various sectors, aligning with the 2030 Agenda and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Job Overview:
The position involves supporting the development of data dashboards and compelling data stories as part of the 2026 Global WEPs Survey, which is an annual global data collection effort aimed at measuring the progress of WEPs signatories in advancing gender equality. The role is crucial for creating a common evidence base for reporting, design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design, and private-sector engagement. The Online Volunteers will work closely with the Global WEPs Secretariat to enhance data collection, analysis, and communication processes, contributing to a more interactive and regularly updated data product that reflects the efforts of companies in promoting gender equality.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Online Volunteers will have specific responsibilities based on their assigned roles. Volunteer 1 will focus on data analysis, which includes connecting and cleaning datasets, supporting the analysis to identify compelling data stories, trends, and insights, and developing a methodological note on the analysis of the WEPs Survey. Volunteer 2 will work on the Global WEPs Survey Dashboard, connecting incoming survey data to dynamic dashboards and visualizations, and designing an accessible, interactive online dashboard that presents data stories. Volunteer 3 will be responsible for building an automated pipeline that connects incoming signatory data to dynamic dashboards and visualizations, as well as designing an engaging dashboard that showcases the global WEPs community, its growth, reach, and composition. All volunteers will be required to provide regular updates on their progress during scheduled calls.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, experience with data visualization tools, and a good understanding of gender equality issues. Familiarity with statistical software and data management practices is essential. The ability to work collaboratively in a remote environment and communicate effectively with team members is also required. Volunteers should demonstrate a commitment to the mission of UN Women and the principles of gender equality.
Educational Background:
A background in data science, statistics, social sciences, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have relevant coursework or experience that demonstrates their ability to analyze and visualize data effectively. Knowledge of gender studies or related fields would be advantageous.
Experience:
Candidates should have prior experience in data analysis and visualization, preferably in a non-profit or international development context. Experience working with large datasets and familiarity with data management tools will be beneficial. Previous volunteer experience or internships related to gender equality or women's empowerment initiatives is a plus.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as all communications and documentation will be conducted in English. Knowledge of additional languages, particularly those relevant to the regions where WEPs operates, would be considered an asset.
Additional Notes:
This is a volunteer position, and the duration of the contract is flexible based on the needs of the project and the availability of the volunteers. The role is fully remote, allowing individuals from various locations to apply. Volunteers will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working with a prestigious UN agency and contribute to meaningful initiatives aimed at promoting gender equality.
UN Women is the United Nations entity dedicated to promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls. Established to advance women's rights globally, UN Women works to shift laws, institutions, social norms, and services to close the gender gap. The organization operates in multiple countries and focuses on ensuring that the rights of women and girls are central to global progress. The Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs) initiative, managed by UN Women, provides guidance to businesses on advancing gender equality and women's empowerment in various sectors, aligning with the 2030 Agenda and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Job Overview:
The position involves supporting the development of data dashboards and compelling data stories as part of the 2026 Global WEPs Survey, which is an annual global data collection effort aimed at measuring the progress of WEPs signatories in advancing gender equality. The role is crucial for creating a common evidence base for reporting, design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design, and private-sector engagement. The Online Volunteers will work closely with the Global WEPs Secretariat to enhance data collection, analysis, and communication processes, contributing to a more interactive and regularly updated data product that reflects the efforts of companies in promoting gender equality.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Online Volunteers will have specific responsibilities based on their assigned roles. Volunteer 1 will focus on data analysis, which includes connecting and cleaning datasets, supporting the analysis to identify compelling data stories, trends, and insights, and developing a methodological note on the analysis of the WEPs Survey. Volunteer 2 will work on the Global WEPs Survey Dashboard, connecting incoming survey data to dynamic dashboards and visualizations, and designing an accessible, interactive online dashboard that presents data stories. Volunteer 3 will be responsible for building an automated pipeline that connects incoming signatory data to dynamic dashboards and visualizations, as well as designing an engaging dashboard that showcases the global WEPs community, its growth, reach, and composition. All volunteers will be required to provide regular updates on their progress during scheduled calls.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, experience with data visualization tools, and a good understanding of gender equality issues. Familiarity with statistical software and data management practices is essential. The ability to work collaboratively in a remote environment and communicate effectively with team members is also required. Volunteers should demonstrate a commitment to the mission of UN Women and the principles of gender equality.
Educational Background:
A background in data science, statistics, social sciences, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have relevant coursework or experience that demonstrates their ability to analyze and visualize data effectively. Knowledge of gender studies or related fields would be advantageous.
Experience:
Candidates should have prior experience in data analysis and visualization, preferably in a non-profit or international development context. Experience working with large datasets and familiarity with data management tools will be beneficial. Previous volunteer experience or internships related to gender equality or women's empowerment initiatives is a plus.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as all communications and documentation will be conducted in English. Knowledge of additional languages, particularly those relevant to the regions where WEPs operates, would be considered an asset.
Additional Notes:
This is a volunteer position, and the duration of the contract is flexible based on the needs of the project and the availability of the volunteers. The role is fully remote, allowing individuals from various locations to apply. Volunteers will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience working with a prestigious UN agency and contribute to meaningful initiatives aimed at promoting gender equality.
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