International Consultant for Structure of Earnings Survey (SES)

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is a global champion for women and girls, established in July 2010 as part of the UN reform agenda to advance women's rights, gender equality, and empowerment. The organization focuses on closing the gender gap and building an equal world for all women and girls. UN Women operates in multiple countries, partnering with governments, women's movements, and the private sector to implement laws, policies, and programs that promote gender equality. The organization emphasizes leadership, economic empowerment, freedom from violence, and women's participation in peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security processes. UN Women in Georgia specifically supports state and non-state partners to achieve substantive gender equality, aligning with national and international commitments.

Job Overview:
The position of International Consultant for the Structure of Earnings Survey (SES) involves validating microdata from the SES in Georgia, ensuring compliance with quality assurance requirements. The consultant will provide guidance on the calculation and analysis of key indicators and prepare a detailed outline for the SES statistical report. This role is crucial for supporting the UN Women Country Office in Georgia as it seeks to enhance women's economic empowerment through accurate data collection and analysis. The consultant will work closely with Geostat, the national statistics office, to ensure that the SES aligns with EU recommendations and contributes to evidence-based decision-making in gender equality initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for validating the SES microdata, ensuring data quality checks and identifying issues for improvement. They will guide the calculation and validation of key SES indicators, ensuring compliance with data analysis standards. The consultant will prepare a detailed outline for the SES statistical report, including chapters and a tabulation plan for data analysis. They will develop the report based on the agreed outline, collaborating with Geostat to incorporate inputs for the methodology chapter and statistical tables. The consultant will deliver validated microdata, key indicators, a statistical report outline, a draft report, and a final report incorporating feedback from UN Women and Geostat.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Economics, or a related field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with nine years of qualifying experience may be accepted. The position requires at least seven years of professional experience in earnings and/or business statistics at the national or international level, as well as experience in designing and implementing quantitative enterprise surveys. Proven experience with statistical software such as STATA, SAS, or R is essential, and prior experience with development agencies or the United Nations is considered an asset.

Educational Background:
A Master's degree in Social Sciences, Statistics, Economics, or a related field is required for this position. In lieu of an advanced degree, a first-level university degree combined with nine years of relevant experience may be accepted. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of economic data and statistical analysis necessary for the role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of seven years of professional experience in the area of earnings and/or business statistics, with a preference for candidates who have nine years of experience if holding a Bachelor's degree. Experience in designing and implementing quantitative enterprise surveys, particularly the Structure of Earnings Survey, is essential. Candidates should also have a strong background in using statistical software for data analysis and may benefit from previous work with development agencies or the United Nations.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as the consultant will be required to communicate effectively with UN Women and Geostat. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they are relevant to the region or the stakeholders involved in the project.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy is home-based, meaning no travel is required for the position. The contract duration is for the duration of the SES project, which runs from 2024 to 202

• The consultant will be expected to adhere to UN Women's values and competencies, including integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity. The role is part-time, with specific deliverables and timelines outlined for the completion of the SES report.