Data Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
The World Bank Group is a prominent global institution established to provide funding and knowledge to developing countries. It is a unique partnership comprising five institutions, dedicated to eradicating extreme poverty and fostering shared prosperity. With 189 member countries and over 120 offices worldwide, the World Bank collaborates with both public and private sector partners to invest in innovative projects and leverage data, research, and technology to address pressing global challenges. The organization is committed to sustainable development and aims to support vulnerable communities in adapting to climate change, which poses significant risks to their livelihoods and well-being.

Job Overview:
The Data Analyst position at the World Bank's Adaptation Fund is crucial for enhancing the Fund's capacity for effective portfolio management through comprehensive data analyses and governance. The role involves ensuring the accurate and timely collection, validation, and consolidation of project and program-level data from Implementing Entities (IEs). The Data Analyst will maintain reliable performance tracking systems that align with the Fund's corporate reporting requirements. This position is integral to analyzing both quantitative and qualitative data to generate actionable insights, identify trends, and support evidence-based decision-making across the Fund. The successful candidate will also contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the Financial Intermediary Fund (FIF) platform, ensuring it meets user needs and data demands. By facilitating coordinated data management and supporting post-approval project monitoring, the Data Analyst will help ensure that the Fund's portfolio adheres to the highest standards of transparency, performance, and impact.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to carry out a comprehensive set of duties and responsibilities, including:

• Portfolio Data Management: Undertake data analysis of the Fund’s projects and programs portfolio to support efficient portfolio management. Ensure timely and accurate collection, consolidation, and validation of project- and program-level data requests from internal and external stakeholders. Maintain structured data repositories for performance indicators, results frameworks, and outcome tracking aligned with corporate reporting systems. Conduct routine data quality checks and reconciliation between internal systems to ensure consistency and completeness. Support the development and implementation of data quality assurance mechanisms and protocols. Liaise with project teams and regional focal points to resolve data discrepancies and clarify reporting requirements. Support the technical review of project/programme performance reports submitted annually by AF Implementing Entities as part of the Fund’s reporting requirements, if needed.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Visualize complex data sets through dashboards, charts, and data storytelling tools to communicate key findings effectively. Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis of project and portfolio-level data to identify trends, gaps, and emerging results. Support the preparation of analytical reports and presentations for internal and external audiences. Contribute to the development of evidence-based insights for strategic planning, decision-making, and corporate reporting.
• Maintenance and Enhancement of the Data Platforms: Support the development of new data platforms and/or the ongoing maintenance, improvement, and user support of existing platforms to ensure functionality and reliability. Coordinate with IT and relevant teams to troubleshoot issues, implement updates, and support the development of new features based on user feedback and evolving data needs. Contribute to system testing, validation, and documentation of upgrades or modifications to the different platforms. Assist in mapping user requirements and translating them into functional specifications for platform improvements.
• Others: Work closely with regional focal points, project teams, and other Secretariat units to ensure integrated and coordinated data processes. Support portfolio data requests coming from external partners and Secretariat units, as required. Represent the Fund in various forums, including meetings convened under the UNFCCC and its subsidiary bodies, meetings of other climate funds, regional and sub-regional workshops, technical conferences, and bilateral meetings with governments, implementing agencies, and other stakeholders. Provide support in other strategic and operational areas of the Secretariat's work as it relates to results and knowledge.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires an advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in fields such as international development, public policy, economics, data science, environmental policy and economics, social development, or other relevant areas related to climate change adaptation. Candidates should possess a minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in data management, program analysis, results monitoring, or related areas in international development, with a preference for experience in climate change. Experience managing large datasets, including cleaning, validating, and structuring data for analysis using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or SQL is essential. Proven experience in developing dashboards, charts, and data storytelling tools for complex data visualization is also required. Familiarity with results-based management (RBM) or performance reporting is considered an asset.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold an advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in relevant fields such as international development, public policy, economics, data science, environmental policy and economics, social development, or other areas pertinent to adaptation to climate change.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in data management, program analysis, results monitoring, or related areas within international development, with a strong preference for experience in climate change contexts. Candidates should have managed large datasets and demonstrated proficiency in data cleaning, validation, and structuring for analysis.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Additionally, a working knowledge of French and Spanish is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural environment.

Additional Notes:
This position is a local recruitment opportunity with a term duration of 2 years. The World Bank Group offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a retirement plan, medical, life, and disability insurance, as well as paid leave, including parental leave. The organization is committed to being an equal opportunity and inclusive employer, ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly and without discrimination based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.