Result of Service

1. Statistical Briefs: o Produce detailed statistical briefs on population and labor in the Arab region, including data visualizations and trend analysis 2. Organized Statistical Database: o Deliver an organized and updated statistical database, with comprehensive documentation and user 3. Draft Chapters: o Draft comprehensive chapters on labor, education, and poverty for the publication ” Arab Society: Demographic and Social Trends,” complete with data analysis, case studies, and policy recommendations. 4. Questionnaires analysis: o Prepare a brief analysis including chars and figures of status of population and housing census in the Arab States for the census round.

Work Location

Remotely

Expected duration

5 months

Duties and Responsibilities

Background: In the Arab region, there remain large gaps in demographic and social trend data that are essential for monitoring and evaluation of policies development planning. In addition, the existing data gaps raise questions about the need for improved national data collection procedures, enhanced data processing, analysis and estimation capacity, and better statistical dissemination systems. These needs have been identified by SD through questionnaires and numerous EGMs with representatives of NSOs who have outlined the problems they are facing in producing reliable, and timely social and demographic data over time. In this vein, this project seeks to monitor data availability by reporting trends in a set of essential demographics and social indicators, which not only highlights the demographic and social reality of the region but also reveals the availability of data and how it has increased or deteriorated over time. Consequently, the Demographic and Social Statistics section in ESCWA is dedicated to enhancing the quality and availability of demographic and social statistics in the Arab region. This work supports informed decision-making and sustainable development efforts by providing reliable data on key social indicators. Objective: The primary objective is to support the Demographic and Social Statistics section in implementing its activities of the Work Plan 2024-2025. This will be translated in producing high-quality statistical briefs on population and labor, organizing the statistical database, and drafting comprehensive chapters on labor, education, and poverty for the publication “Arab Society: Demographic and Social Trends” Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Statistical Briefs: o Contribute to the production of statistical briefs on population and labor in the Arab region. This includes data analysis, interpretation of trends, and drafting reports. 2. Organizing Statistical Database: o Assist in organizing and maintaining the statistical database to ensure it is up-to-date, comprehensive, and accessible. This includes data cleaning, validation, and integration of new data sources. 3. Drafting Chapters for “Arab Society: Demographic and Social Trends”: o Draft chapters on labor, housing, education, and poverty for the publication “Arab Society.” This involves conducting literature reviews, data analysis, and writing detailed and informative chapters that align with ESCWA’s standards and objectives. 4. Analysis of questionnaires o Participate in analysis of status of population and housing census in the Arab States for the census round 2020 5. Collaboration and Coordination: o Participate in meetings and provide input on demographic and social statistics projects.

Qualifications/special skills

A Master’s degree in Demography, Statistics, Sociology or related area is required. A Ph.D. in Demography, Statistics, Sociology or related area is desirable. All candidates must submit a copy of the required educational degree. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed A minimum of 10 years of professional work experience in demographic and social statistics is required. Previous experience in drafting reports and working on demographic and social statistics is required. Experience in data collection, management, and analysis is desirable. Familiarity with statistical concepts, sources, and methodologies is desirable. Proficiency in the use of statistical software and databases is desirable. Experience working with statistical offices in the region is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat; and Arabic is a working language of ESCWA. For this position, fluency in English is required and knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Note: “Fluency” equals a rating of ‘fluent’ in all four areas (speak, read, write, and understand) and “Knowledge of” equals a rating of ‘confident’ in two of the four areas.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.