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How can you make a difference? 

The PME unit in UNICEF Eritrea is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Data Management Associate to join its team. This entry-level position offers an exciting opportunity for a young professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for data to contribute to evidence-based programming for children. The associate will support data collection, cleaning, and visualization across sectors, collaborate with sectoral teams and ICT/operations, and assist in the use of GIS tools to map service coverage and identify gaps. With a focus on learning and growth, the role also includes supporting government counterparts in strengthening data systems and practices. UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to grow their career in data and information management within a dynamic and impactful environment.

The overall aim of the consultancy is to assist the PME Specialist in supporting multi-sectoral data collection, cleaning, and visualization; providing basic GIS mapping; and helping to strengthen government data systems. The Data Management Associate will also contribute to capacity building, documentation, and collaboration with sectoral teams to enhance data quality and evidence-based programming.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Data Collection, Cleaning, and Management

• At least one data collection tool developed or adapted in collaboration with sectoral teams.
• Monthly cleaned and validated datasets compiled and stored in a centralized repository.
• Data related to operational activities stored in a provided dedicated location.
• Data repository system maintained and updated regularly, with clear documentation.
• Timely dissemination of data products with internal teams

Data Analysis and Visualization 

• Monthly or quarterly data summaries and visualizations (e.g., charts, dashboards) produced to support programme reviews and operational activities 
• At least one analytical brief prepared to inform planning and decision-making, with co-authorship with the supervisor

GIS and Mapping Support 

• Basic maps produced to visualize service coverage etc.,
• GIS layers and shapefiles organized and stored for internal use and future reference. 
• Participation in at least one mapping exercise in collaboration with programme teams. 
• Note: training and hands-on support will be provided if necessary, and that expectations are limited to beginner-level tasks (e.g., using templates, editing layers, basic map creation) 

 Capacity Strengthening and Technical Support 

• Participation in at least two training sessions or workshops for government or partner staff. 
• At least one user-friendly guide or SOP developed to support data collection and visualization processes. 
• Support provided to at least one sectoral Information Management System, with documented contributions.

Support to Studies, Surveys, and Questionnaire Design 

• At least one survey or study tool reviewed with documented feedback provided. 

• Contributions made to the refinement of at least one questionnaire or data collection instrument. 

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… 

Minimum requirements:

Education: University degree in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Social Sciences, Geography, or a related field. 

Work Experience: Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in data management, analysis, or GIS. Internships or volunteer experience in similar roles may be considered. 

Language Requirements: Fluency in English and the local language is required. Knowledge of other UN working languages is an asset. 

Desirable: 

• Exposure to working with government or development partners; interest in learning and professional growth 

• Field work experience 

• Background/familiarity with Emergency situations 

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others 

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status.

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:  

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable Female and Persons with disability are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF’s Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

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Mandatory Requirement:

CANDIDATES SHOULD PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF COMPLETION/EXEMPTION FROM NATIONAL SERVICE. PLEASE NOTE THAT COMPLETION/EXEMPTION OF NATIONAL SERVICE IS A REQUIREMENT. A COPY OF CARD/EXEMPTION MUST BE ATTACHED.  APPLICATIONS WITHOUT THIS REQUIREMENT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Remark: Applications without Technical and Financial proposals will not be considered.