The Position:

The Information Management Specialist holds overall responsibility for UNFPA in Ukraine activities in the area of information management. This includes the assessment, design, implementation and evaluation of data and statistical related activities; definition of information and data needs; design and implementation of data and information activities; and monitoring and evaluation of data management activities.

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA's strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to "build forward better", while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women's and girls' access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

Job Purpose:

UNFPA in Ukraine new Country Programme (2025-2029) reflects a strong nexus approach, bridging immediate humanitarian response with recovery and long-term development. This positions UNFPA to address urgent needs today while also contributing to human development and sustainable systems strengthening now and into the future.

Under the direct supervision of the UNFPA Deputy Representative, the Information Management Specialist will support the Country Office Programme in Ukraine with the assessment, design, implementation and evaluation of data and statistical related activities. This includes the definition of information and data needs; design of data and information activities, including data collection, analysis, storage and dissemination; implementation of data and information management activities; and monitoring and evaluation of data management activities.

You would be responsible for:

A. Programme Management

Analyze trends, risks and data impacting the implementation of the Country Programme. Coordinate the Country Office's M&E activities for Ukraine Country Programme implementationLead UNFPA's engagement in inter-agency processes, including the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework; Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan; Government Sector Working Groups and other relevant processes as it relates to data and information pertinent to UNFPA's work.

B. Quality Technical Support and Capacity Development

Provide technical guidance on methodologies, and support for data management activities such as surveys, secondary data reviews, targeting and vulnerability assessments, indicator definition, population estimation, profiling, statistical analysis, predictive analytics, big data, international recommendations, GIS, data visualisation, maps, official statistics and other data and information management activities. Support the analysis of primary and secondary data for interpretation and evidence- informed decision making. Support data security, data protection and responsible data-sharing. Support assessments and situational analysis process with analytical frameworks, data collection, and analysis (standards, methodologies). Lead and undertake geospatial analysis, statistical analysis, targeting, surveys, indicator definition and other data management activities. Develop information management products such as indicators, templates, maps and dashboards. Contribute to the preparation of the Country programme including multi-agency programmes through the provision of relevant data and development of indicators

C. M&E Framework

Develop/refine the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) framework, including performance indicators, baselines, and targets.Support monitoring by providing quality assurance and technical advice to the monitoring methodologies, data collection and analysis. Build capacity among relevant staff for effective implementation of the M&E Framework

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

Advanced degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Statistics, Information Management, Data Science, Demography Computer Science or other relevant field.

Knowledge and Experience:

Five years of relevant experience in data gathering, data management and data analysis to support policy formulation and implementation. Experience working with data management tools such as Microsoft Power BI. Previous experience working with an international organization in a humanitarian or development context.Knowledge of international protection, human rights and international humanitarian law is desirable.

Languages:

Fluency in English (written and spoken); Fluency in Russian or Ukrainian is desirable.

Required Competencies:

Values:

Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing change

Core Competencies:

Achieving results,Being accountable,Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,Thinking analytically and strategically,Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,Communicating for impact

Compensation and Benefits:

This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.

UNFPA Work Environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click to learn more.

Disclaimer:

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.

Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.

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