Background
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide technical support for the operational definition of technical terms used in the set of indicators. Provide support in assessing potential sources and likely frequency of reporting and unit(s) of analysis for each of the indicators, in consultation with UN Entities, as appropriate
- Develop briefing notes and reviews regarding existing methodological practices applicable for the implementation of the set of indicators and support the analytical review and agreement on methodological issues, in consultation with UN Entities, as appropriate
- Develop briefing notes and reviews regarding existing analytical efforts and categories of analysis for qualitative indicators, in particular those expected to be produced through content analysis methodologies (i.e. transitional justice, women's rights)
- Develop briefing notes and reviews regarding existing data collection methods and practices currently in use that could be adapted and applied to survey-based indicators included in this set, such as Violence Against Women Modules (i.e. UN Statistics Division, DHS, UNFPA) and Physical Security Perceptions (i.e. Gallup Surveys). Particular attention will be paid to the conditions for applying these surveys and costing of these exercises
- Develop briefing notes and reviews regarding existing good practices in terms of information management systems that could be adapted and/or applicable to indicators in this set, particularly in terms of women's presence in the justice and security system, reporting and prosecution of cases of sexual violence, among others
2. Guidance and knowledge production
- Manage the inter-agency development of a knowledge product that presents the set of indicators to non-expert audiences. This publication will include an explanation of what the indicators are measuring and a brief review of existing information on the subject each indicator covers with the aim of providing a broad assessment of the current situation
- Development of briefing and technical notes, as required, for the implementation of the set of indicators. This will include support for the development of templates and guidelines for reporting, in collaboration with UN Entities, especially those tasked to report on specific indicators
- Support the organization of global workshops, expert meetings, practitioner discussions and other relevant consultations to feed into the development and implementation of the set of indicators
- Carry out analyses and interpretation of existing and other relevant data on the situation of women and peace and security, as required
3. Monitoring, data collection and coordination support
- Support the development of a system of reporting (in collaboration with UN Entities) with a view of maintaining a global database to be used for analysis in the annual SG report on women and peace and security, as well as other key reports
- Contribute to improvements in data quality at the data collection stage, including designing, developing and modifying measurement and monitoring tools, as appropriate
- Through engagement in inter-agency work, support the strengthening and improvement of methods for estimating, collecting, analyzing and using qualitative and quantitative data on women and peace and security
- Undertake any other related tasks as needed and requested by the Policy Advisor and/or Chief Advisor
Competencies
Competencies
- Familiarity with the internet and the use of web based information systems, production / update of web content, internet searches
- Ample knowledge and use of computer office tools (word, data base, spread sheets, web content production, filing)
- Demonstrated capacity to perform effectively within a multicultural work environment, tact and ability to deal with confidential matters in a discreet and reliable manner
- Ability to participate effectively in a team-based, information-sharing environment, to collaborate and cooperate with others
- Excellent coordination and management skills including proven ability to manage complex processes and events
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and productively with internal and external colleagues
- Willingness to accept additional responsibilities as required by the demands of the service
- Willingness to combine research and writing tasks with coordination and administrative tasks is absolutely necessary
- High level of initiative and self-motivation
Required Skills and Experience
- A minimum of a Master's degree (or equivalent) in one of the following, or related, fields: economics, statistics, demography, or other related discipline with strong quantitative analytical skills
Experience:
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years relevant working experience (or equivalent) with the UN and/or other international development organization in national and international levels in social statistics, sample surveys, data analysis, content analysis and other areas of applied statistics, information systems and data interpretation and use in gender issues. Relevant field experience in peace and security issues, and/or in conflict and post-crisis settings is an asset
- Strong computer skills including statistical analysis software (SPSS, Stata). Experience with content analysis software (i.e. Atlas ti) is desirable
- Experience working on production of statistical handbooks or guidelines is an asset
- Familiarity with the UN system, in particular with UN Women and its mandate
- Experience in UN Inter-Agency Cooperation is an asset
Language Requirements:
- Mastery of written and oral English is mandatory
- Knowledge of another UN language is an asset