Administrative Data Analyst; DAPM; Data and Analytics Education Section NYHQ, remote. Req#581696

Unicef CHAD; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned global organization is seeking an Administrative Data Analyst to support education data analysis efforts. The successful candidate will work remotely, focusing on creating linked databases, analyzing data for insights, and collaborating with technical teams across multiple countries. This position demands advanced analytical skills, R programming expertise, and prior experience in managing data projects, making it vital for improving educational outcomes and facilitating evidence-based policy decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing education data projects and analysis.
• Proven ability in R programming and GitHub for reproducible research.
• Skilled with handling household survey data from MICS.

Responsibilities

• Acquiring, cleaning, and preparing education administrative data.
• Producing analyses and country-level factsheets using R.
• Developing workflows and ensuring reproducibility on GitHub.

Skills

Data Analysis

R programming

Data Management

Statistical Software

GitHub

Econometric Methods

Education

Advanced degree in Economics, Sociology, Statistics, Education, or Social Sciences

Job description

Administrative Data Analyst; DAPM; Data and Analytics Education Section NYHQ, remote. Req#581696

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Contract type: Consultant
Duty Station: New York
Level: Consultancy
Location: United States
Categories: Research, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
Consultancy Title: Administrative Data Analyst
Division/Duty Station: Division of Analysis, Planning & Monitoring, DAPM; Data and Analytics Education
Duration: 30 June 2025 – 31 July 2026
Home/Office Based: Remote

About UNICEF

If you are a committed, creative professional passionate about making a lasting difference for children, UNICEF invites you to apply. UNICEF has been working globally for over 70 years in 190 countries to promote children's rights, health, education, and protection. UNICEF is funded by voluntary contributions and employs over 12,000 staff worldwide.

Background

Purpose of the Assignment

This consultancy aims to support the preparation and analysis of education administrative data, focusing on linking administrative sources to household survey data for deeper insights into education system performance. The consultant will collaborate with the Technical Working Group and country teams to acquire, clean, and standardize datasets, develop workflows for EMIS data, and create reproducible R scripts.

Key tasks include creating a linked database across six countries, producing country-specific factsheets, exploring econometric methods, and maintaining all scripts and documentation on GitHub for transparency and future updates.

Scope of Work

• Work with countries to acquire, clean, and prepare education administrative data
• Build workflows for data cleaning, merging, and linking EMIS data to household surveys
• Produce analysis and factsheets for six countries
• Ensure reproducibility and documentation of all processes

Deliverables

• Workplan and proposal by 20 July 2025
• Cleaned and merged EMIS data for 3 countries by 30 August 2025
• Workflow documentation and linked datasets by 30 November 2025
• Analysis reports and factsheets for 3 countries by 31 January 2026
• Final comprehensive workflow, documentation, and dissemination support by 31 July 2026

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Economics, Sociology, Statistics, Education, or related fields
• Proficiency in R, with experience in data analysis, visualization, and reproducible research; familiarity with Stata/SPSS is a plus
• Experience with MICS and household survey data analysis
• Project management skills in education data projects
• Experience working with Ministries of Education and delivering donor reports

Requirements

• Complete profile in UNICEF's e-Recruitment system
• Upload academic credentials
• Submit a financial proposal with costs per deliverable and total lump sum in USD, including travel, accommodation, and other expenses
• Indicate availability

Visa & Other Info

For non-US citizens residing in the US, visa status must be G4, with necessary work authorization. Selected candidates must have valid health insurance and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Additional Notes

This consultancy does not confer UN staff benefits. The candidate is responsible for legal and health requirements, including taxes and visa status. UNICEF maintains strict conduct standards and performs background checks.

Application Deadline: 17 June 2025 (EDT)