Asistente de Investigación para Gestión de Datos

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Position Title: Asistente de Investigación para Gestión de Datos
Location: Mexico
Country: Mexico
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (CEPAL), which is a regional commission of the United Nations established in 194

• Its mission is to promote economic and social development in Latin America and the Caribbean through regional cooperation and integration. CEPAL operates in multiple countries across the region, focusing on issues such as inequality, sustainable development, and social justice. The organization employs a diverse workforce dedicated to addressing the unique challenges faced by the region, and it collaborates with various stakeholders, including governments, civil society, and international organizations.

Job Overview:
The Asistente de Investigación para Gestión de Datos will play a crucial role in implementing the initial activities of a project focused on educational gaps in Mexico and Guatemala. The primary outcome of this position is to contribute to the generation of new evidence and knowledge through a participatory diagnostic approach that addresses the educational disparities identified by communities. The contractor will work closely with the CEPAL team to support the execution of the work plan, particularly in Guatemala, where they will be responsible for analyzing educational data and collaborating with local authorities. This role requires a strong understanding of educational indicators and the ability to process and visualize data effectively. The contractor will also engage in both in-person and virtual meetings to ensure effective communication and collaboration with the project team.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The contractor will be responsible for reviewing existing educational databases in Guatemala, including census data, surveys, and administrative records from the Ministry of Education. They will analyze the availability of disaggregated data by department and municipality, focusing on various axes of social inequality. The contractor will develop a proposal for indicators to measure educational gaps based on the framework established for Mexico, considering aspects such as affordability, accessibility, acceptability, and adaptability of education. They will also conduct preliminary analyses of the proposed indicators and generate tabulated data to inform the national diagnostic report on educational gaps. Additionally, the contractor will assist the project team with data management, systematization, and visualization tasks as needed, and participate in relevant meetings and activities in Guatemala.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, with a bachelor's degree in data science, statistics, economics, or social sciences being desirable. A minimum of three years of experience in data science or statistical analysis is required. The contractor must have expert proficiency in statistical software packages such as Stata, SPSS, Python, or R, as well as strong skills in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of social and educational issues is preferred, along with experience in innovative data visualization tools and metadata processing.

Educational Background:
Candidates should have at least a high school diploma, with a preference for those holding a bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as data science, statistics, economics, or social sciences. This educational background will provide the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of educational data and the socio-economic factors influencing educational disparities.

Experience:
A minimum of three years of relevant experience in data science or statistical analysis is required for this position. Candidates should demonstrate a strong track record of working with educational data and conducting analyses that inform policy and programmatic decisions. Experience in the Latin American context, particularly in relation to educational issues, will be considered an asset.

Languages:
Fluency in Spanish is mandatory for this position, as the contractor will be required to communicate effectively with local stakeholders and produce reports in Spanish. Knowledge of English is desirable, as it may facilitate communication with international partners and access to additional resources.

Additional Notes:
This position is classified as an individual contractor role, and the contractor will be based in Guatemala to fulfill the job requirements effectively. The expected duration of the contract is from March 26, 2025, to September 25, 202

• The role requires a significant degree of in-person engagement due to the nature of the work, which involves accessing databases and collaborating directly with educational authorities. The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring a fair and transparent hiring process.