The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking an Economist and Open Data Specialist for 2025. This key position will focus on harnessing data to drive evidence-based policies and promote sustainable development.
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The Economist will analyze economic trends and contribute to the development of innovative solutions, while the Open Data Specialist will enhance data accessibility and transparency. Collaborating with various stakeholders, this role aims to empower communities and support informed decision-making. Join us in leveraging data for impactful development outcomes and advancing UNDP’s mission to eradicate poverty and reduce inequalities around the globe.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Economy and/or Public Administration or related relevant field is required. Or
- A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the above -mentioned fields of study, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience:
- Minimum of 7 years (with master’s degree) or 9 years (with bachelor’s degree) of professional experience working with public institutions and civil society organizations in the field of transparency and budget analysis is required.
- At least 5 years as researcher in the field of budget transparency and public policy with work on the use statistical analysis for problem diagnosis is required.
- At least 4 years of proven experience in design of questionnaires/inquires and data collection/data analysis methodologies is required.
- At least 3 years of proven experience in open budget surveys and/or open data initiatives is required.
- Experience and knowledge of Design Thinking framework is desirable.
- Development of platforms similar to the PALOP-TL CSO eBudget Platform (including training of teams responsible for operating such platforms) is desireble.
- Experience in with public institutions and civil society organizations in the field of transparency and budget analysis – experience working with UNDP and/or other UN Agencies is an asset.
- Experience in developing innovative digital solutions that link technology of information and budgetary processes for public and/or private sector organizations is an asset.
- Solid background working with tech tools to simplify the budget and public expenditure with the aim of raising standard of transparency and accountability in government is an asset.
- Demonstrated excellent analytical and drafting/ presentation/reporting skills, particularly in the context of donor-funded UN projects is a plus.
Language:
- Fluency in English is required.
- Working knowledge of Portuguese is a strong asset.
- Working knowledge of another UN language is desired.
Note: Please upload copies of your academic qualifications and 3 latest Performance Evaluations (if applicable).
Equal opportunity
As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.
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