International Consultant for Census Thematic Analysis
Quick answer
UNFPA is hiring an international consultant (hybrid, based in Erbil/remote) to lead the thematic analysis of the 2024 Iraq National Population and Housing Census and build local statistical capacity.
- Role
- International Consultant for Census Thematic Analysis
- Organization
- United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
- Location
- Erbil, Iraq (with remote work component)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
The role
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is seeking an international expert to guide a team of national statisticians in the thematic analysis of the 2024 Iraq National Population and Housing Census. The consultant will provide methodological oversight, design online training sessions, and ensure the delivery of high-quality analytical reports. This role involves close collaboration with the Kurdistan Regional Statistics Office to transform complex census data into actionable insights for policy and programming. The position requires a combination of technical demographic expertise, project management, and capacity-building skills.
What you'll do
- Provide technical guidance on census data analysis methodology to national teams.
- Design and conduct online training on thematic analysis, data evaluation, and GIS integration.
- Manage the project timeline and coordinate virtual meetings to monitor report progress.
- Perform quality assurance reviews for draft and final thematic analytical reports.
- Facilitate stakeholder validation sessions for final census products.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master's) in Demography, Statistics, Economics, or Social Sciences.
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in demography, statistical research, and large-scale surveys.
- Proficiency in demographic software including SPSS, STATA, R-Studio, Python, or similar tools.
- Proven experience in providing on-the-job training to national counterparts.
- Fluency in written and spoken English; knowledge of Arabic is highly desired.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role; the consultant will work primarily remotely with the Erbil team but is expected to travel to Iraq for at least one in-person training session.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting, though it notes an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary and health benefits.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must hold an advanced degree in a relevant field, possess at least 5 years of experience in demographic analysis and census work, and have strong skills in statistical software and capacity building.
How long is the consultancy period?
The consultancy is spread over a five-month performance period, totaling 30 working days from the date of contract signature.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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