National Data Adviser
Quick answer
NORCAP is seeking a National Data Adviser in Beirut, Lebanon, for a 12-month contract to improve the quality and usability of datasets within the Ministry of Social Affairs, with benefits including a network of professionals and potential future assignments.
- Role
- National Data Adviser
- Organization
- NORCAP
- Location
- Beirut, Lebanon
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The National Data Adviser will provide focused technical support to strengthen the quality, reliability, and usability of priority datasets within the Ministry of Social Affairs in Lebanon.
What you'll do
- Engage with Ministry of Social Affairs leadership, technical teams, and stakeholders to identify priorities, define methodologies, and develop a realistic workplan.
- Assess priority datasets, systems, tools, and existing analytical products to identify data quality issues, inconsistencies, duplication, and operational risks.
- Clean, validate, reconcile, and maintain priority datasets, with particular attention to displacement, beneficiary, and payment-related data.
- Design and implement practical data cleaning, validation, and deduplication approaches, including the development of scripts and methodologies where appropriate.
- Develop, improve, and maintain decision-ready dashboards and analytical products that support operational and strategic decision-making.
- Produce analytical briefs and insights on key trends, geographic coverage, and programme performance, presenting findings to stakeholders for review and validation.
What it takes
- 5 to 7 years of professional experience in data analysis, data management, or a closely related field, including work with large and complex datasets.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality analytical outputs and results within challenging timelines and evolving operational contexts.
- Strong technical proficiency in Python and/or R, SQL, Power BI and/or Tableau, and advanced Microsoft Excel.
- Proven experience in data cleaning, validation, deduplication, data visualisation, and the development of decision-support products.
- Experience within humanitarian, emergency response, social protection, public sector, or government data systems is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical, communication, prioritisation, and problem-solving skills.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Rewarding work for a renowned global organisation, access to a network of humanitarian, peace, and development professionals, a dedicated Staff Care Unit, eligible for consideration for NORCAP membership and future assignments, subject to a successful performance review.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Beirut, Lebanon.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 5 to 7 years of professional experience in data analysis, strong technical proficiency in Python and/or R, and proven experience in data cleaning and validation.
How do I apply?
Apply before 22.09.2026, 23:59 (Oslo time) by following the steps provided in the job description.
What are the benefits?
Benefits include rewarding work for a renowned global organisation, access to a network of humanitarian, peace, and development professionals, a dedicated Staff Care Unit, and eligibility for future assignments.
How to apply
Apply directly on NORCAP's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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