Data Management Officer, Banjul, Gambia

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Description of assignment title: Data ManagementOfficer

Assignment country: Gambia

Duty stations: Banjul

Work location: On UN premises

Expected start date: 07/20/2026

Duration: 12 months(with possibility ofextension)Long-term benefits and allowances

Sustainable Development Goal: 17. Partnerships for thegoals

Host entity: UNICEF

Modality: Onsite

Type: National

Volunteer category: Specialist UCoS from Apr2026

Work schedule: Full-time

Number of Assignments: 1

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Mission and objectives:

• The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights ofevery child, everywhere, in everything the Organization does— in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equitystrategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded childrenand families, translates this commitment to children's rights intoaction. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have anopportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential,without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that anychild has an unequal chance in life — in its social,political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her orhis rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investingin the health, education and protection of a society's mostdisadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not onlywill give more children the opportunity to fulfill their potentialbut also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries.This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It acceleratesprogress towards realizing the human rights of all children, whichis the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Conventionon the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitabledevelopment of nations.

Context:

• For over 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190countries and territories to promote children's survival,protection and development. The world's largest provider ofvaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health andnutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education forall boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence,exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF believes that all children have aright to survive, thrive and fulfil their potential - to thebenefit of a better world. UNICEF is funded entirely by thevoluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations andgovernments.
• The Gambia is the one of the smallest countries in Africa andhas border almost entirely with Senegal except the west part withthe Atlantic Coast. The total population in 2024 is 2.42 millionwith the female population being approximately 1.24 million,representing 51% of the total national population. With 272.7people per square kilometre, this makes it one of the most denselypopulated countries in Africa, especially considering its smallland area of just 10,689 square kilometres. Most of the population(65.08 percent) is concentrated around urban and peri-urbancenters.
• The Gambia Country Programme 2024 - 2028 focuses onstrengthening child and adolescent related evidence generation,analysis and dissemination as well as stronger positioning ofUNICEF as an advocate of a strengthened children and adolescentevidence generation and analysis system in The Gambia. It is withinthis context that a Data Management position has been establishedin the Programme team. This position will ensure theoperationalization and implementation of the Country Programme's'evidence and knowledge management' strategy; to support thesuccessful delivery of the Country Programme and inform itsadvocacy strategy and strategic partnerships.

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• Under the supervision of the PME Specialist, the primaryfunction of this position is to strengthen children and adolescentevidence generation, analysis, dissemination and utilization byUNICEF and partners; to effectively advocate for and support thepromotion of child rights in The Gambia. The incumbent will furtherfocus on strengthening information/data collection, statistics anddata analysis systems, knowledge management and capacities withinCountry Office and amongst partners, and to improve reporting,evidence-based planning and advocacy.

Task description:

• Under the supervision of the Planning, Monitoring andEvaluation Specialist (or delegated supervisor), and workingclosely with all sections, the UNV Data Management Officerwill:
• 1. Strengthen children and adolescents' evidence and identifyrelevant data gaps
• Contribute to identifying key data and evidence gaps related tochildren and adolescents.
• Support improvements in the availability and use of data,including survey and administrative data.
• Contribute to strengthening national data systems, includingefforts to improve data integration and interoperability.
• Provide technical support to ensure data responds to programmeand policy needs.
• 2. Manage data and evidence consolidation anddissemination
• Support the consolidation, organization, and quality assuranceof data and evidence.
• Ensure data is consolidated and easily accessible for UNICEFand partners.
• Contribute to the use of data for planning, advocacy, andreporting.
• Assist in preparing timely and quality reports and analyticaloutputs.
• 3. Strengthen capacity for data and evidence use
• Support capacity-building activities for staff and partners ondata collection, analysis, and use.
• Contribute to strengthening tools, processes and practices forevidence generation and utilization.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to enhance data use inprogramming and decision-making including training and guidance ondata collection, analysis, and dissemination where required.
• 4. Strengthen knowledge management practices and learning
• Support in documenting and sharing of lessons learned, goodpractices, and innovations within the Country Office and withpartners.
• Contribute to strengthening knowledge management systems,tools, and practices within the office and with partners.
• Promote the use of evidence and learning to inform programmeplanning and implementation and decision-making.
• Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UNVolunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promotevoluntary action through engagement with communities in the courseof their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part oftheir working time to some of the following suggestedactivities:
• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept ofvolunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications andtake active part in UNV activities (for instance in events thatmark International Volunteer Day);
• Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local formsof volunteerism in the host country.
• Provide annual and end of assignment self- reports on UNVolunteer actions, results and opportunities.
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submitthem for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases,etc.
• Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UNVolunteers.
• Promote or advise local groups in the use of onlinevolunteering or encourage relevant local individuals andorganizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenevertechnically possible.

Eligibility criteria

Age: 18 - 80

Required experience: 3 years

Nationality: Candidate must be a national, legal residentor hold refugee status in the country of assignment.

Assignment requirements

Relevant experience:

• 5 years

Languages:

• English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies,Statistics - research / surveys / evaluation, or similar field; afirst-level university degree or equivalent in combination withrelevant training and/or professional experience may be accepted inlieu of an advanced university degree.

Competencies and values:

• Core Values
• Diversity and inclusion: Treats all people with dignity andrespect; shows respect and sensitivity towards gender, cultural andreligious differences; challenges prejudice, biases and intolerancein the workplace; encourages diversity wherever possible.
• Integrity: Maintains high ethical standards; takes clearethical stands; keeps promises; immediately addresses untrustworthyor dishonest behaviour; resists pressure in decision-making frominternal and external sources; does not abuse power orauthority.
• Commitment: Demonstrates commitment to UNICEF's mission and tothe wider UN system; demonstrates the values of UNICEF in dailyactivities and behaviours; seeks out new challenges, assignmentsand responsibilities; promotes UNICEF's cause.
• Core Competencies
• Communication: Speaks fluently; expresses opinions, informationand key points of an argument clearly; presents information withskill and confidence; responds quickly to the needs of an audienceand to their reactions and feedback; projects credibility;structures information to meet the needs and understanding of theintended audience; presents information in a well-structured andlogical way.
• Working with people: Shows respect for the views andcontributions of other team members; shows empathy; listens,supports and cares for others; consults others and sharesinformation and expertise with them; builds team spirit andreconciles conflict; adapts to the team and fits in well.
• Drive for results: Sets high standards for quality of work;monitors and maintains quality of work; works in a systematic,methodical and orderly way; consistently achieves project goals;focuses on the needs and satisfaction of internal and externalpartners; accepts and tackles demanding goals with enthusiasm
• Functional Competencies
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts
• Persuading and Influencing
• Learning and Researching
• Analysing
• Applying Technical Expertise
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Creativity
• Planning and organising
• Professionalism
• Self-management
• UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation andabuse, and on any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment,and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore,undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Skills and experience:

• Strong expertise in data management and analysis, includingmethodologies, tools, systems, and related technical domains;experience working with the UN or other international developmentorganizations is an asset.
• Proven experience in evidence generation, documentation of goodpractices and lessons learned, and development of high qualityknowledge products for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to design and apply knowledge managementmethodologies and tools that enhance information sharing within theCountry Office and with external partners.
• Strong command of online collaboration platforms and digitaltools to support effective internal and external knowledgeexchange.
• High standards of accuracy and professionalism in documentdrafting, editing, and production, with excellent written and oralcommunication skills.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills, with experienceengaging and managing relationships with a wide range ofpartners.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with cultural and socialsensitivity; ability to work inclusively with diverse stakeholders,including community groups, religious and youth organizations, andauthorities at different levels; familiarity with communication fordevelopment approaches is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure andadapt in complex and challenging environments, including withinmulticultural and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of the national context, with provenexperience working with country level partners.

Area(s) of expertise:

• Information technology and telecommunications, General andspecialised medicine, Education

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