Data Analyst

Global Roles; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GBFF in Washington, DC seeks a Data Analyst to support results management, portfolio monitoring, and strategic analytics through rigorous analysis of qualitative and quantitative data, including data visualization. You will generate analytical insights to inform programming and decision-making, and prepare presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences.

The role involves contributing to GBFF Council documents and external reports, and collaborating with the GEF Portal team to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with 2 years of experience in a data analysis field or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments and analysis of the GBFF portfolio, including portfolio targets and regional distribution.
• Analyse results based on GBFF indicators and assess portfolio-level impact as projects move into implementation.
• Generate analytical insights to inform portfolio monitoring and management and for future programming.
• Prepare presentations to effectively communicate insights to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to GBFF Council documents, COP reports, and other internal/external materials.
• Engage with the GEF Portal team to ensure GBFF data are accurate and accessible.

Skills

Data Analysis

Project Cycle Management

Biodiversity Management

Ecosystems Management

Excel

Stata

Data Visualization

Artificial Intelligence Application

PowerPoint

Portfolio Monitoring

Results Management

Strategic Analytics

Qualitative Analysis

Quantitative Analysis

Resource Mobilization

Presentation Development

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

Stata

PowerPoint

Job description

The Data Analyst will support the GBFF's results management, portfolio monitoring, and strategic analytics through rigorous analysis of qualitative and quantitative data, including data visualization. The role involves assessing and monitoring the GBFF portfolio, generating analytical insights to inform programming and decision-making, and supporting resource mobilization strategies.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments and analysis of the GBFF portfolio, including along the portfolio-level targets, contributions to the GBFF Action Areas and KMGBF targets, regional and Agency distribution of programming, and regularly update portfolio information.
• Analyze results based on GBFF indicators and assess portfolio-level impact as projects move into implementation.
• Generate relevant analytical insights to help inform portfolio monitoring and management, and for future programming.
• Spearhead innovative use of data and analytics to build powerful narratives and support the team on their use, including preparing presentations to effectively communicate these insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to the portfolio and programming analytics for GBFF Council documents, the UNCBD COP reports, and other internal and external purposes.
• Engage with the GEF Portal team to ensure that GBFF data are accurate and accessible and that updates requested by the GBFF team are addressed.
• Develop familiarity and expertise in navigating, extracting and sorting GBFF programming related data and information in the GEF Portal.
• Contribute to the roll-out of the GBFF- and Division-relevant elements of the GEF-9 Country Engagement Strategy (CES), including through analytical inputs and the development of GBFF-specific materials for Extended Constituency Workshops (ECWs), as well as other strategic outreach activities, and in coordination with colleagues across the GEF Secretariat.
• Provide analytical support for the implementation of the GBFF Resource Mobilization Strategy, including development of analytical products and briefing materials, and presentations, and analysis of biodiversity finance flows.
• Contribute to the development of the family of funds resource mobilization strategy and implementation, collaborating with relevant colleagues.
• Contribute to organization and logistical support for GEF engagement at the UNCBD COP as well as events/meetings organized by the GBFF team and the Division.
• Carry out any additional tasks requested by the Manager of the MEAs and Funds division, and/or by the GEF Programs Director.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree with 2 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two (2) years of experience in data analysis and project cycle management, preferably working in an international organization in the context of environmental or development finance.
• Demonstrated experience in biodiversity and ecosystem management is preferred.
• Full proficiency in the use of Excel is required - proficiency in related statistical and presentational software will be a plus.
• Ability to think analytically, strategically, and programmatically.
• Must be able to work independently on complex tasks.
• The ability to collate, manage, and analyze complex and interrelated datasets, and familiarity with artificial intelligence applications.
• Well-organized, self-motivated, highly efficient, and dependable individual, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work under tight deadlines, and operate effectively in situations of high demands and pressure.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills to work effectively across a multicultural organization and with external clients as needed.
• Proficiency in the use of PowerPoint, as well as other visualization and digital tools.
• Demonstrated ability to transform complex data analytics into compelling presentations, infographics, and visualizations would be a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to present and summarize ideas clearly, methodically, and concisely.
• Spanish/French language skills are an advantage.

Skills

• Data Analysis
• Project Cycle Management
• Biodiversity Management
• Ecosystems Management
• Excel
• Statistical Software Stata
• Data Visualization
• Artificial Intelligence Application
• Power Point
• Portfolio Monitoring
• Results Management
• Strategic Analytics
• Qualitative Analysis
• Quantitative Analysis
• Resource Mobilization
• Presentation Development

Languages

English, Spanish, French