ASSOCIATE DATA SPECIALIST, Dhaka, Bangladesh

## ASSOCIATE DATA SPECIALIST, Dhaka, Bangladesh - Organization:RCS - Resident Coordinator System - Office:Resident Coordinator System in Dhaka Organizational Setting and Reporting The UN Secretary-General launched on 1 January 2019 a bold and new global reform which repositioned the UN Development System to deliver more effectively and efficiently with the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. As part of this reform, UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO), under the leadership of an empowered and independent UN Resident Coordinator - the highest-ranking official of the UN Development System and Representative of the UN Secretary-General at country level - support countries in the achievement of their development priorities and the attainment of the SDG's. In its Resolution A/RES/72/279, the United Nations General Assembly endorsed the transformation of the Development Operations Coordination Office (DCO) as a stand-alone coordination office within the United Nations Secretariat. DCO exercises managerial and oversight functions of the Resident Coordinator System under the oversight of the Chair of United Nations Sustainable Development Group (UNSDG). In 2026, DCO undertook a recalibration to ensure the RC system remains optimally configured to support the acceleration of the 2030 Agenda and embodies the UN 2.0 shift- anchored in data, digital, innovation, behavioral science, strategic foresight, and a mission driven organizational culture. The Associate Data Analyst contributes to interacting with counterparts, officers and technical staff from the UN Country Team (UNCT), Government and external partners specialized in data engineering, data science and other data specialists, data owners and subject matter experts to support the development and implementation of the databases, data collection systems and data analytics that optimize statistical efficiency and quality of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework. It also contributes to the interaction with external counterparts in the UN funds, programs and other UN specialized agencies, consultants, and NGOs to collaborate and exchange information and best practices. The role will contribute to the development of the UNCT Annual Results Report, other reports, dashboards or other tools to effectively summarize findings and codify UN development system impact. The Associate Data Specialist will also contribute to and lead relevant thematic and working groups of the UNCT, facilitating coordination, knowledge sharing and collaboration to advance common programmatic and operational priorities. In particular, the incumbent will support inter-agency follow-up with the UNCT Results Groups, including consolidation and quality assurance of agency inputs, tracking of UNSDCF indicators and milestones, follow-up on reporting commitments, and preparation of evidence for Results Group, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Group and UNCT reviews. The position is located in the United Nations Resident Coordination Office (RCO) in Dhaka, Bangladesh under the direct supervision of the Head of the Resident Coordinator Office. Within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: 1. Implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality. 2. Contribute to the identification, analysis and interpretation of trends or patterns, using statistical methods to identify relevant features and variables in structured sources of information and data. 3. Implement process improvement mechanisms for data analytics tasks; acquire and clean data from primary or secondary sources and maintain databases/data systems. 4. Contribute to the development of monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) products for UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Frameworks using approved indicators and tools. 5. Keep abreast of UN efforts in co-design (with the national statistical partners) digital tools and dashboards that track progress against the national SDG indicator framework for interoperability between the national gateway and other official platforms. 6. Contribute to the development of reports, dashboards or other tools to effectively summarize findings and convey information to management. 7. Contribute to the creation of basic data visualization outputs to aid decision-making and communications of analysis outputs. 8. Contribute to project tasks, assist with data collection and initial analysis, and report unresolved issues to senior staff. 9. Contribute to the production of data products like reports or newsletters related to data analysis activities. 10. Contribute to data collection and gathering business requirements across departments to identify pain points and support data-driven analysis. 11. Contribute to the activities for integrating monitoring milestones, indicators and evidence streams into common data pipelines based on the Cooperation Framework and Funding Compact. 12. Assist in UNCT statistical capacity-building by contributing to the mapping and sequencing agency-specific technical assistance in line with Cooperation Framework. 13. Compile and clarify data insights and develop supporting materials in preparation for stakeholder communications. 14. Keep abreast of the current and emerging trends and developments in data analytics best practices, technologies, tools etc., and assist with identifying findings and suggestions. 15. Assist in delivery of training on results-based management, evaluation techniques and use of monitoring, evaluation and learning for staff members and government partners. 16. Contribute to data preparation and preliminary analysis, support team members in data verification and routine reporting tasks, help in administrative aspects of the work plan. 17.Performs other duties as assigned. PROFESSIONALISM: Strategic thinking, Analytical thinking, Working collaboratively, Ability to assess data accuracy and consistency by performing data validation. Ability to apply sustainable development theories, concepts and approaches. Ability to conduct independent research and analysis on sustainable development topics, determine suitability, validity and accuracy of data provided by different sources. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients i