International Consultant to support the implementation of the Time Use Survey in Turkmenistan
Quick answer
UNFPA Turkmenistan is hiring a remote International Consultant to lead the implementation and methodological design of a National Time Use Survey to support evidence-based policymaking.
- Role
- International Consultant to support the implementation of the Time Use Survey in Turkmenistan
- Organization
- UNFPA Turkmenistan
- Location
- Home-based (Ashgabat, Turkmenistan if travel required)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
- Apply by
- 2026-07-07
The role
UNFPA Turkmenistan is seeking an International Consultant to provide high-level technical expertise for the implementation of a National Time Use Survey (TUS). The consultant will guide the design, sampling, piloting, and data analysis phases to ensure alignment with international statistical standards and SDG monitoring requirements. This role involves capacity building for national staff, finalizing survey instruments, and providing advisory support throughout the data collection process.
What you'll do
- Develop comprehensive survey methodology, questionnaires, and interviewer manuals.
- Design robust sampling frameworks for nationally representative data collection.
- Conduct virtual training for interviewers, coders, and data processors.
- Provide technical supervision and quality assurance during the pilot and full-scale survey.
- Draft tabulation plans and provide guidance on data coding, cleaning, and analysis.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in Demography, Statistics, Economics, or related fields.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in large-scale household surveys and social research.
- Proven technical expertise in implementing Time Use Surveys or similar large-scale datasets.
- Fluency in English; knowledge of Russian is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated experience in training national statistical staff and government stakeholders.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Travel costs covered for on-site missions in accordance with UN rules and regulations.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
The role is primarily home-based/remote, though it may transition to a hybrid modality with short-term missions to Ashgabat depending on project needs and travel feasibility.
What is the duration of this consultancy?
The consultancy spans 23 working days, distributed between July 7th, 2026, and May 31st, 2027.
What are the primary technical qualifications required?
Candidates must hold an advanced degree in a relevant field and have at least 7 years of professional experience in large-scale household surveys, including specific expertise in Time Use Survey methodology and statistical software like STATA, SPSS, or R.
How will the consultant be compensated?
Compensation is based on the P-4 level of the UN Salary Scale and will be paid in two installments upon the successful completion of specific project deliverables.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNFPA Turkmenistan's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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