Online Volunteer

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is the United Nations entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. Established to accelerate progress on meeting the needs of women and girls worldwide, UN Women serves as a global champion for gender equality. The organization supports UN Member States in setting global standards for achieving gender equality and collaborates with governments and civil society to design laws, policies, programs, and services that ensure these standards are effectively implemented. UN Women operates globally to realize the vision of the Sustainable Development Goals for women and girls, emphasizing women's equal participation in all aspects of life. The organization focuses on four strategic priorities: ensuring women lead and participate equally in governance systems, providing women with income security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security and economic autonomy, ensuring all women and girls live free from violence, and enabling women and girls to contribute to and influence sustainable peace and resilience. Additionally, UN Women coordinates and promotes the UN system's work in advancing gender equality and is involved in all deliberations and agreements related to the 2030 Agenda, positioning gender equality as fundamental to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and creating a more inclusive world.

Job Overview:
The Online Volunteer position is designed to support UN Women in a project focused on addressing inequalities between women and girls through quantitative data analysis. The selected volunteer will work under the guidance of the Statistics Specialist and will be integral to the project team. The primary functions of this role include discussing and consolidating indicators and datasets necessary for the analysis, developing research questions, defining methods and tools for analysis, suggesting indicators and a tabulation plan, conducting the actual data analysis, and identifying relevant trends, patterns, and key findings. The volunteer will also be responsible for developing a comprehensive report that adheres to the agreed reporting plan, which will include both visualizations and narrative interpretations of the findings. Regular communication and updates on progress will be required during weekly calls, ensuring that the project remains on track and that any challenges are addressed promptly.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Discuss and consolidate indicators and datasets for the analysis exercise.
• Develop research questions and define methods and tools for the analysis.
• Suggest indicators and a tabulation plan to conduct the analysis effectively.
• Conduct analysis of data to identify relevant trends, patterns, and key findings.
• Develop a report according to the agreed reporting plan, including visualizations and narrative interpretations of findings as required.
• Update the project team on progress during regular weekly calls, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project duration.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Online Volunteer position should possess strong analytical skills, particularly in quantitative data analysis. Familiarity with statistical software and data visualization tools is essential. The candidate should also have a good understanding of gender issues and the context of inequalities faced by women and girls. Strong communication skills are necessary for effective collaboration with the project team and for presenting findings clearly in reports. Additionally, the candidate should be self-motivated, able to work independently, and manage their time effectively to meet project deadlines.

Educational Background:
A background in statistics, social sciences, gender studies, or a related field is preferred for this position. Candidates should ideally have completed or be in the process of completing a degree in one of these areas, as this will provide the necessary theoretical foundation for conducting data analysis and understanding the context of gender equality.

Experience:
While prior experience in data analysis is preferred, it is not strictly required. Candidates with relevant academic projects or internships that involved quantitative analysis will be considered. The ability to demonstrate analytical thinking and problem-solving skills will be beneficial for applicants.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as all communications and reporting will be conducted in English. Knowledge of additional languages, particularly those relevant to the regions being studied, would be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
This is a remote volunteer position, and the duration of the contract is not specified. The role is part-time, allowing for flexibility in hours worked. The position is open to international applicants, and there is no compensation for this volunteer role. However, it offers valuable experience in the field of gender equality and data analysis, contributing to meaningful projects that aim to improve the lives of women and girls globally.