Assistant Demographer (Data Processing and Cleaning)
Quick answer
UNFPA is hiring an in-office Assistant Demographer in Afghanistan to support population estimation exercises through data cleaning and statistical modeling.
- Role
- Assistant Demographer (Data Processing and Cleaning)
- Organization
- UNFPA
- Location
- Afghanistan (UNFPA Country Office)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
The role
UNFPA Afghanistan is seeking an Assistant Demographer to support a population estimation and projection exercise using the Cohort Component Method. The consultant will work under two senior demographers to compile, clean, and harmonize complex demographic survey datasets and administrative records. This role involves rigorous data processing, statistical modeling using R or STATA, and ensuring full traceability of analytical inputs. The position provides technical support to enable accurate provincial and district-level population estimates for Afghanistan.
What you'll do
- Compile and organize demographic datasets from multiple survey and administrative sources.
- Clean and harmonize survey microdata including handling missing values and standardization.
- Execute preparatory computations in R or STATA for population modeling.
- Maintain a structured data processing log to ensure full traceability of inputs.
- Prepare draft data tables, population pyramids, and charts for review.
What it takes
- Master’s degree in statistics, economics, mathematics, or related quantitative field.
- Proficiency in statistical software, specifically R or STATA.
- Experience working with survey microdata and understanding of sampling weights.
- Strong command of English, plus fluency in Dari and Pashto.
- Basic familiarity with demographic indicators and geographic data management.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Access to office space, equipment, and internet connectivity at the UNFPA Afghanistan Country Office for coordination days.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This role is based in-office at the UNFPA Afghanistan Country Office, where you will be provided with access to office space and internet connectivity for coordination days.
What is the compensation for this consultancy?
The job posting does not explicitly specify the compensation for this role.
What technical skills are required for this role?
You must be proficient in R or STATA, have experience managing survey microdata, and be skilled in Microsoft Excel for data management and tabulation.
What are the language requirements?
Candidates must have a good command of written and spoken English, and fluency in Dari and Pashto is necessary as they are the working languages in Afghanistan.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNFPA's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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