Monitoring Data Associate Analyst SC6

Job Posting Organization:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, established to save lives in emergencies and to use food assistance as a means to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of extreme weather. WFP operates in numerous countries around the globe, providing essential support to those in need. The organization is committed to diversity and equal employment opportunities, ensuring that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of their background. WFP has a mission-driven workforce that values integrity, collaboration, commitment, humanity, and inclusion, and it strives to create a healthy and inclusive work environment for its employees. WFP has been recognized for its efforts, being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, and continues to invest in the personal and professional development of its employees through various training and development programs.

Job Overview:
The Monitoring Data Associate Analyst position at WFP is crucial for strengthening the organization's monitoring function through effective data management, statistical analysis, and quality assurance. The role involves producing high-quality analytical outputs that support evidence-based decision-making and risk mitigation. The incumbent will be responsible for managing and analyzing monitoring data, ensuring compliance with corporate standards, and contributing to the preparation of reports and presentations. This position is particularly significant in the context of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, where WFP is actively involved in providing food and cash assistance to affected communities. The role requires a proactive approach to identifying trends and patterns in data, as well as the ability to communicate findings effectively through visualizations and reports. The Data Associate will also support the training of data collectors and contribute to the capacity building of WFP staff in data management and analysis.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Monitoring Data Associate Analyst include:

• Providing technical support for monitoring data collection, including the design and testing of data collection tools.
• Maintaining structured data management processes from collection to analysis and archiving, in line with corporate standards.
• Conducting validation, consolidation, cleaning, and quality assurance of monitoring data.
• Analyzing both quantitative and qualitative monitoring data to identify trends, patterns, and emerging issues using appropriate statistical methods.
• Developing data visualizations, dashboards, infographics, and other products to effectively communicate monitoring results.
• Contributing to the preparation of monitoring reports, briefing notes, presentations, and other evidence products.
• Ensuring methodological rigor and compliance with corporate requirements across all monitoring activities.
• Supporting the continuous improvement of monitoring systems and data management practices by documenting and promoting good practices.
• Assisting in the training of data collectors and strengthening the capacity of WFP staff in data management and analysis. 1
• Performing any other related tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Monitoring Data Associate Analyst position include:

• Completion of secondary school education.
• Coursework or training in statistics, econometrics, database management, data visualization, or household economics is an advantage.
• Six or more years of progressively responsible relevant work experience, including at least one year of experience in data analysis.
• Specific experience in data cleaning and management, analysis of household survey data, and dashboard building or other types of data visualization is required.
• Post-secondary education can compensate for some years of experience, with specific combinations of education and experience being acceptable.

Educational Background:
The educational background needed for this position includes completion of secondary school education. Additional coursework or training in relevant fields such as statistics, econometrics, database management, data visualization, or household economics is considered advantageous. Candidates with a Master's Degree may be eligible with two years of relevant work experience, while those with a Bachelor's Degree may qualify with three years of relevant work experience.

Experience:
Candidates for the Monitoring Data Associate Analyst position should have a minimum of six years of progressively responsible relevant work experience, which must include at least one year of experience in data analysis. Specific experience in data cleaning, management, and analysis of household survey data, as well as dashboard building and data visualization, is essential. The organization also considers post-secondary education as a compensatory factor for some years of experience, allowing for flexibility in the qualifications of applicants.

Languages:
Fluency in both English and Ukrainian languages is mandatory for this position, with a proficiency level of C. This ensures effective communication within the team and with stakeholders, as well as the ability to produce high-quality analytical outputs in both languages.

Additional Notes:
The position is offered as a Service Contract for a duration of 12 months, with the possibility of renewal. It is specifically open to Ukrainian nationals or residents of Ukraine who possess a legal work permit. The role includes a range of benefits such as competitive salaries, pension contributions, medical insurance, applicable danger pay, annual leave of 30 days, parental leave, and a remote working option of one day per week within the duty station. WFP is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.