Consultant

Socio-Economic Data Analyst

Grade: CO-NOrganization: UNRWAExpires: 6 June 2026Contract: OtherDuty Station: DamascusHardship E
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Formality Risk: Low
  • Short Posting Period (11d): 11 days between posting and deadline — shorter than the typical 2–4 week window for UN professional positions.

Result of Service

The duration of the consultancy is 6 months, renewable subject to budget availability and satisfactory performance

Work Location

Syria Field Office, Damascus

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent: 1- Leads the socio-economic analysis for camp improvement planning and projects, including planning, managing, designing surveys, data compilation, and preparing reports. 2- Supervises consultants, as required and coordinate with project team, and community in conducting socio-economic surveys; ensure quality and timely deliverables; mobilize and train communities including youths and local institutions. 3- Analyzes and integrates socio-economic study findings with different thematic areas of the Camp Improvement Plan (CIP) and advise on planning and decision-making. 4- Coordinates and provide support in the development of GIS datasets to ensure mapping of socio-economic indicators during spatial analysis. 5- Coordinates with relevant UNRWA programmes/departments (Health, Education, Relief & Social Services) to acquire and analyze relevant data and share findings. 6- Reviews, revises and conducts assessments of socio-economic aspects of the Camp Improvement Planning including impact assessment, shelter assessment and post-occupancy assessments for implemented projects. 7- Provides support in complying with protection principles in camp improvement work and projects such as shelter rehabilitation and public spaces. 8- Provides technical support in conducting pre-feasibility and developing indicators for monitoring camp improvement projects and advising on risks and mitigation measures. 9- Performs tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications/special skills

1- A university degree in social studies, economic studies, statistics or related field from an accredited university/institution. 2- At least 4 years of experience in planning and implementing socio-economic projects. 3- Experience in analyzing large sets of socio-economic data utilizing statistical tools and software 4- Experience in participatory approaches and data collection.

Languages

Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic.

Additional Information

Desirable Qualifications: 1- Advanced degree in development, management, planning, or policy 2- Knowledge of Palestine refugees camp and culture 3- Knowledge of GIS tools and spatial analysis. 4- Experience of working with UN Agencies or humanitarian agencies Competencies: 1- Analysis and applying technical expertise 2- Management and interpersonal skills 3- Creativity and initiative 4- Working with people 5- Drive for results 6- Ability to work in multicultural settings and under pressure.
UNRWA

UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES IN THE NEAR EAST


The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees provides education, health, relief, and social services to registered Palestine refugees pending a just solution. It operates under a General Assembly mandate across its fields of operation. Teachers, health staff, and protection officers anchor its programmes.

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