Data Specialist

UNITED NATIONS VOLUNTEERS*

Position: Data Specialist
Host Entity: UN Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO)
Assignment Country: Malawi
Duty Station: Lilongwe
Work Location: On UN premises
Modality: Onsite | National
Volunteer Category: Specialist UCoS from Apr 2026
Work Schedule: Full-time
Expected Start Date: 01 June 2026
Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension)
Number of Assignments: 1
Sustainable Development Goal: 17. Partnerships for the goals

Mission and Objectives
The UN Resident Coordinator’s Office supports the UN Resident Coordinator in working with UN entities to improve the impact, efficiency and effectiveness of the UN’s operational activities for development at the country level. The UNRCO in Malawi provides inter-agency coordination support to the UN Country Team and its sub-groups. Support includes strategic planning, programme and operations management, policy guidance, data management and results reporting, knowledge management, advocacy and communications.

Context
The UN Secretary-General’s global reform repositions the UN Development System to deliver on the 2030 Agenda. A reinvigorated Resident Coordinator system is at the centre of a repositioned United Nations system. The Resident Coordinator’s Office provides direct support to the UN Resident Coordinator and the UN Country Team, including advisory, technical, organizational and management support.

Task Description
Under the supervision of the Head of RCO and Development Coordination Officer (Data Management, Monitoring & Reporting), the UN Volunteer will:

• Implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality
• Contribute to identification, analysis and interpretation of trends using statistical methods
• Implement process improvement mechanisms for data analytics; acquire and clean data and maintain databases/data systems/websites
• Contribute to development of reports, dashboards or other tools to summarize findings
• Track and report on progress regarding department specific data initiatives
• Compile and clarify data insights and develop supporting materials for stakeholder communications
• Keep abreast of current and emerging trends in data analytics best practices, technologies, tools
• Contribute to capacity building on data analytics, including trainings for staff
• Actively participate in meetings for the Data, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Group and Result Groups
• Act as learning focal point and disability inclusion focal point for the RCO
• Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor

Assignment Requirements

Required Education Level:
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Science, Social Science or related field. Multidisciplinary educational background is an asset.

Relevant Experience: 3 years

Languages: English, Level: Fluent, Required

Skills and Experience:

• Experience working with data visualization tools (i.e. Microsoft Power BI or Tableau) a plus
• Experience working with GIS software’s (i.e. ArcGIS) a plus
• Ability to analyse results information by triangulating quantitative and qualitative data and evidence
• Area of expertise: Information technology

Competencies and Values:
Adaptability and Flexibility, Client Orientation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Creativity, Knowledge Sharing, Planning and Organizing, Respect for Diversity, Technological Awareness, Working in Teams

How to Apply
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