Consultant - AI and Data Readiness
Quick answer
The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs is hiring a home-based Consultant - AI and Data Readiness (NEW YORK) to develop practical guidance materials for strengthening AI readiness in official statistics, with potential travel.
- Role
- Consultant - AI and Data Readiness
- Organization
- United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs
- Location
- NEW YORK, Home-based with travel required
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs is seeking an AI consultant to support the development of practical guidance materials related to strengthening AI readiness for official statistics, and to assist in organizing a regional workshop.
What you'll do
- Prepare detailed workplan and outputs
- Review existing materials on AI readiness for official statistics
- Synthesize regional and national AI strategies
- Engage with partners to gather inputs for workshop materials
- Conduct interviews with selected countries
- Facilitate the regional workshop
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in statistics, economics, data science, or a related field
- Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in social sciences, including statistics, economics, digital transformation, or data science
- Experience working with national statistical systems, particularly in developing countries
- Demonstrated experience in data governance and management
- Solid knowledge of statistical production, ideally with particular focus on non-traditional data sources
- Experience supporting or designing capacity development initiatives
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is home-based with regular travel to New York and other relevant locations.
What is the compensation?
Compensation details are not specified in the posting.
What qualifications are required?
A Master’s degree or equivalent, along with at least seven years of experience in social sciences, particularly in statistics and data science.
How do I apply for this position?
Applications can be submitted through the provided link until July 25, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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