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For every child, the right to hope

The objective of this consultancy is to establish and operationalize an AI-based data analysis solution to generate insights from field monitoring reports and other relevant reports.

The expected outcomes of the assignment are to:

1. Automate and standardize the data analysis methods and approaches of field monitoring reports and other relevant reports for efficiency and consistency (e.g., thematic observation, bottlenecks and recommendations).
2. Generate insights, trends and findings especially around challenges/ bottlenecks and recommendations captured by the reports.
3. Automate and standardize the quality review and assessment of reports for guidance and improvement.
4. Provide capacity building to RO and CO focal points (e.g., Planning and Monitoring colleagues, ICT/T4D) on the AI powered data analysis system as well as data visualization/power BI dashboard automation.

 The scope and deliverables of the assignment include, but not limited to, the following:

1. Inception Phase

• Organize an inception meeting with MENARO and 3-4 MENA countries selected for this initiative (e.g., Lebanon, Yemen, Sudan, State of Palestine) to agree on the approaches, methods and outcomes of the assignment.
• Review the data collection tools, data needs, data flows and structure of field monitoring reports of the selected MENA countries.
• Review the Python codes and system set up by ROSA for Afghanistan CO to analyse field monitoring reports. The Python code is structured in eight sections including file cleaning, assigning a tag, organizing outputs, and identifying the challenges, observations and recommendations.
• In consultation with MENARO and selected country offices, propose and agree on the technical solution, analytical approaches and the identification of keywords for data analysis to generate observations/ findings, challenges/ bottlenecks, and recommendations.
• Write up the technical paper i.e. Functional and non-functional requirement document covering all business and technical aspect of the solution e.g. features, flows, high level architecture, platforms to be used etc. Compile all information gathered through the exercises listed above.
• Develop the presentation slides (e.g., PowerPoint)  to be submitted to HQ/AI Hub for the approval of the use of the technical solution.

 Key deliverables:

• The Functional Requirement Document (FRD) and PPT to HQ/AI hub are developed for the approval of the use of the technical solution.
• The inception report is submitted with proposed technical solutions and detailed workplan specifying the planned activities and timeline.  
• Data flow mapping of the selected COs outlining the data collection needs, tools/questionnaires, data analysis mechanism, and use of data.

2. Adoption Phase

• Based on the agree FRD, update the Python code to customize the system to analyze the field monitoring reports from the Field Monitoring Module and key areas of interests required by the RO and selected COs.
• Automate the uploading of all the documents of relevant field monitoring reports into the system.
• The model is trained to clean, segment, tag, and summarize the information, structuring it in consistent and analyzable formats/dashboards : one for quality assessment of the reports and one for analytical insights of the reports, which allows planning and monitoring teams to efficiently assess the quality of the reports and access key insights, such as challenges, recommendations, and observations, and use them to inform decision-making.

Key deliverables:

• The system is fully functional and deployed in the selected COs as per the FRD.
• Technical guide is developed to outline the step-by-step guidance of system design and maintenance.  
• User manual is developed for non-technical users/UNICEF programme staff to understand the use of the system.

3. Data Visualization Phase

• Develop Power BI dashboard that automates the key findings/observation, challenges/ bottlenecks and recommendations from the AI model designed in Phase 2.
• Develop a Power BI dashboard automates the quality assessment of the reports using machine learning technique.

Key deliverables:

• The two dashboards are developed and deployed for the selected COs.

4. Capacity building and hand-over Phase

Delivery Deadline: 21st September - 31st December 2025 (45 days)

The consultant will report to Monitoring Specialist.

Work Assignments Overview	Deliverables/Outputs	Delivery  deadline
Inception Phase	The Functional Requirement Document (FRD) and PPT to HQ/AI hub are developed for the approval of the use of the technical solution. Inception report is submitted with proposed technical solution and detailed workplan specifying the planned activities and timeline.  Data flow mapping of the selected COs outlining the data collection needs, tools/questionnaires, data analysis mechanism, and use of data.	2 weeks from the signing (10 days)
Adoption Phase	The system is fully functional and deployed in the selected COs. Technical guide is developed to outline the step-by-step guidance of system design and maintenance.  User manual is developed for non-technical users/UNICEF programme staff to understand the use of the system.	5 weeks from the signing (15 days)
Data Visualization Phase	Power BI dashboard that automates the key findings/observation, challenges/ bottlenecks and recommendations from the AI model in phase 2 is developed. Power BI dashboard that automates the quality assessment of the reports using machine learning technique is developed.	7 weeks from the signing (10 days)
Capacity building and handing over Phase	Training is successfully conducted to RO and selected COs focal points Handover notes of the system with focus on sustainability and maintenance of the system	9 weeks from the signing (10 days)
	Total	45 days (USD 250-300/ day)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

Minimum requirements:

• An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Computer Science,  Data Science, Artificial Intelligence,  Computational linguistics, Engineering, or a related field. *A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
• At least 3 years of working experience coding regular reports in R and Python.
• Verifiable experience with data visualization tools, particularly developing advanced dashboards in Power BI.
• At least 1 year working experience using Azure platform, in particular Azure AI, Azure Document Intelligence, Azure Functions App, Azure Cloud storage, and Azure Logic app (this can be replaced by Azure certifications and an example of Portfolio work in Azure).
• Previous working experience with Pydantic, FastAPI, and Dockers is required.
• Evidence of previous experience using AI tools to analyze text. 
• Knowledge of developing or tuning Large Language Models (LLM) and Generative AI (GenAI).
• Hands-on experience with both supervised and unsupervised NLP methods.
• Knowledge of NLP, LLMs (extractive and generative), fine-tuning and LLM model development. Familiar with higher level trends in LLMs and open-source platforms.
• Ability to elaborate complex models and ideas to non-technical personnel.
• Ability to make decisions on moderately complex to complex issues regarding technical approach for project components.
• Experience working with the UN system, NGOs, governments in the development/humanitarian context is preferred.
• Experience in working with multiple countries and with multiple stakeholders an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team and in a diverse work environment.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, French) is an asset.

• Proficiency in both English and Arabic.

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 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 promote 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.

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.

It is expected that the consultant will make visits to DOS. International and Local travel, and airport transfers (where applicable) will be under responsibility of the consultant in accordance with UNICEF’s rules and tariffs. All travel costs (international and local) should be planned properly in the technical proposal and included in the financial proposal. Please note that if selected, the contract can be a supporting document to obtain entry visa (if necessary). UNICEF will be unable to secure travel visas. Flight costs will be covered at economy class rate as per UNICEF policies.

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 candidates 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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