Data Specialist
Quick answer
The United Nations Resident Coordinator Office in Damascus, Syria, is hiring a Data Specialist to develop and implement databases, data collection systems, and data analytics, with a focus on supporting the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Frameworks. The position is senior-level and requires an advanced university degree in a relevant field and at least five years of experience.
- Role
- Data Specialist
- Organization
- United Nations Resident Coordinator Office
- Location
- DAMASCUS, Syria
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Other
The role
The Data Specialist will develop and implement databases, data collection systems, and data analytics to optimize statistical efficiency and quality, and support the development of monitoring, evaluation, and learning products for UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Frameworks.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, and data analytics
- Support the development of monitoring, evaluation, and learning products
- Keep abreast of data analytics best practices, technologies, and tools
- Conduct outcome-level analysis and contribution/attribution studies
- Support the assessment of model evaluation using appropriate validation metrics
- Contribute to the provision of 'data clinics' on relevant topics
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in computer science, data science, analytics, statistics, applied mathematics, information management, information systems, information science, economic or social sciences, or a related field
- At least five years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
- Fluency in English and Arabic
- Active certificate in relevant areas such as data engineering, data management, or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Damascus, Syria.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
The key qualifications required include an advanced university degree in a relevant field, at least five years of experience, fluency in English and Arabic, and an active certificate in relevant areas such as data engineering, data management, or cloud platforms.
How can I apply?
Applications should be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira, by the application deadline of September 9, 2026.
Is the job remote?
The job location is in Damascus, Syria, and the work schedule is not specified.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Resident Coordinator Office's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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