Data Analysis Assistant

Job Posting Organization:
UN-Habitat, established as a specialized agency of the United Nations, focuses on promoting sustainable urban development and improving living conditions in cities worldwide. With over 20 years of experience, UN-Habitat operates in numerous countries, providing technical support and guidance on urban planning, housing, and environmental sustainability. The organization aims to strengthen the capacity of countries and cities to access and utilize relevant urban data and information, thereby contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the New Urban Agenda (NUA).

Job Overview:
The Data Analysis Assistant will play a crucial role in the Data and Statistics Unit (DSU) under the Knowledge and Innovation Branch of UN-Habitat. This position involves engaging with task team members to compile a chapter on housing for the FISW workstream, contributing technical expertise to the Urban 2030 project Phase III, and compiling data on seven prioritized indicators for the World Cities Report 202

• The role requires a strong focus on urban data analysis, ensuring that the data collected is accurate, relevant, and effectively utilized for monitoring urban development agendas. The assistant will also support the development of methodologies for urban data generation and contribute to the capacity building of countries in using these methods for continuous reporting on urban-related indicators.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Data Analysis Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: calculating urban indicators from new surveys, compiling and validating data from verified secondary sources, contributing to background research under the Urban 2030 project, coordinating activities of the EGWM, and leading the development of key products for the group. The assistant will engage in the production of urban data and regular updates to the Global Urban Indicators Database, which involves data requests from countries, baseline calculations, and capacity building for data production using harmonized methodologies. Additionally, the role requires in-depth review of global datasets and continuous engagement with data producers, integrating new technologies and approaches for data production, particularly in the areas of remotely sensed data, geospatial analysis, and big data analytics.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma as a minimum requirement. A first-level university degree in statistics, population studies, demography, economics, urban planning, urban studies, or a closely related field is considered an asset. At least five years of experience as a data analyst is required, with a strong preference for candidates who have knowledge of urban indicators' frameworks and data sourcing from various platforms, including censuses, surveys, and city-level data sources. Familiarity with global data platforms and effective communication with key informants is highly desired.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a High School Diploma as a baseline, with a preference for candidates holding a first-level university degree in relevant fields such as statistics, urban studies, or economics. This educational foundation is essential for understanding the complexities of urban data analysis and contributing effectively to the projects undertaken by UN-Habitat.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five years of professional experience as a data analyst. This experience should encompass a strong understanding of urban data analysis, familiarity with urban indicators, and the ability to work with various data sources, including surveys and censuses. Candidates should demonstrate a proven track record of successfully managing data projects and contributing to urban development initiatives.

Languages:
Fluency in oral and written English is mandatory for this position. While not a requirement, knowledge of any other UN language will be considered an advantage, as it may facilitate communication and collaboration within the international context of UN-Habitat's work.

Additional Notes:
The expected duration of this consultancy is six months. The position is not specified as full-time or part-time, but it is essential to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or training. This ensures that the recruitment process is transparent and accessible to all qualified candidates.