The Position:

The Programme Analyst – Data and Monitoring provides substantive technical support and leadership in data systems, population analytics, monitoring frameworks and evidence generation for the UNFPA Libya Country Office.

The position plays a critical role in supporting government-led census and population data initiatives, including data organisation, validation and statistical analysis for national planning, in close coordination with relevant ministries, national statistical institutions and UN agencies.

The role strengthens UNFPA’s capacity to generate, analyse and use high-quality data for programme monitoring, strategic planning, evidence-based dialogue and corporate reporting.

The Programme Analyst will report directly to the International Programme Coordinator (IPC).

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies. 

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

Job Purpose:

The role will strengthen UNFPA Libya’s results-based management and overall data ecosystem by supporting government-led census and population data processes, maintaining country programme monitoring systems and indicator frameworks, ensuring data quality assurance and harmonization, and producing analytical outputs that inform strategic decision-making and policy dialogue. The role ensures that programme evidence is robust, standardized, and aligned with national priorities as well as corporate reporting requirements.

You would be responsible for:

Census and National Population Data Suppor

• Provide technical support to government-led census and large-scale population data initiatives as required.
• Support organization, cleaning, validation and statistical analysis of data and census and survey datasets.
• Develop analytical briefs, statistical reports and data visualizations to inform national planning and development strategies.
• Support harmonization of census outputs with UNFPA programme indicators and national development frameworks.
• Participate in inter-agency technical working groups on census, statistics and data systems.
• Contribute to the capacity development of national counterparts in data management and analysis, as requested.

Monitoring Frameworks and Indicator Management

• Maintain and periodically review the Country Office results framework and indicator matrix.
• Ensure alignment of programme indicators with UNFPA Strategic Plan and UNSDCF frameworks.
• Consolidate programme data received from field-based integrated teams.
• Ensure consistency of indicator definitions, disaggregation (age, sex, location), and reporting standards.
• Maintain centralized programme databases and digital tracking systems.
• Support strengthening and application of data quality assurance protocols.

Data Analysis and Strategic Evidence

• Analyze demographic, socio-economic and programme performance data to identify trends and emerging issues.
• Produce dashboards, analytical summaries and statistical briefs for senior management and external stakeholders.
• Identify data gaps and recommend improvements in data collection methodologies and tools.
• Support the integration of data visualization tools to improve accessibility and use of programme evidence.

Corporate Reporting and Evaluation Coordinatio

• Coordinate preparation of data inputs for quarterly, annual and donor reports.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of country-level reporting data submitted to the Regional Office and HQ.
• Support planning and coordination of evaluations in line with UNFPA Evaluation Policy.
• Contribute to drafting the evaluation Terms of Reference and reviewing evaluation methodologies.

• Track follow-up on evaluation recommendations and support knowledge dissemination.

Inter-Agency and Government Coordination

• Represent UNFPA in technical data and M&E coordination forums at the national level.
• Collaborate with government statistical bodies, UN agencies and development partners to promote harmonized data standards.
• Contribute to the data components of UNSDCF and humanitarian monitoring frameworks.

• Support the capacity building of government and non-government partners such as Ministry of Planning, BSC and Implementing Partners 

Knowledge Management

• Document lessons learned and good practices related to data systems and monitoring approaches.
• Promote the use of data-driven approaches within programme planning and reporting processes.

Qualifications and Experience: 

Education:  

• Advanced Degree (Master) in statistics, demography, economics, public health, data science, development studies or related field.

Knowledge and Experience: 

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in data analysis or statistics, monitoring and evaluation, census or large-scale survey support, and results-based management frameworks is required.
• Demonstrated experience using statistical software (e.g., SPSS, Stata, R or similar).
• Experience working with national statistical institutions is desirable.
• Experience in development or humanitarian contexts is an asset.

Languages: 

• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Arabic 

Required Competencies: 

Values:

• Exemplifying integrity, 
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, 
• Embracing cultural diversity, 
• Embracing change

Core Competencies: 

• Achieving results,
• Being accountable,
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
• Thinking analytically and strategically,
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,

Functional Competencies:

• Advanced data analysis and statistical interpretation
• Results-based management and indicator framework development
• Monitoring and evaluation methodology application
• Data quality assurance and harmonization
• Evidence generation and analytical reporting for policy and strategic decision-making

Compensation and Benefits:

This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
 

UNFPA Work Environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.

Disclaimer:

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. 

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. 

Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.