UNICEF - United Nations Children’s Fund
Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys (MICS Plus) Data Processing Consultancy, Data
UNICEF - United Nations Children’s Fund, Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Overview
Contract type:
Consultant Locations / Duty Station:
Remote / New York, United States (HQ) – Headquarters;
Location:
United States Position level:
Consultancy Categories:
Programme Management, Research, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation About the Role
Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys (MICS Plus) Data Processing Consultancy, Data Collection Unit, Data and Analytics/DAPM, UNICEF HQ, remote location. Duration: 26 December 2025 – 25 December 2028. Home/Office Based: Remote. Background and Purpose
UNICEF requires a data processing consultant with experience in MICS Plus or similar surveys to support MICS Plus data management and data processing tasks. The consultant will maintain and update standard data management systems, develop editing and analysis programs (including anonymization of microdata), and support data management systems for new MICS Plus surveys. This role supports increasing workloads across multiple countries implementing MICS. Scope of Work / Key Responsibilities
Maintain and update standard data management systems, including review of survey tools. Develop editing and analysis programs, including anonymization of microdata. Develop data management systems, editing and analysis programs for new MICS Plus surveys. Provide capacity building in National Statistical Offices. Contribute to development of innovative approaches in survey implementation. Support data entry, editing, syntax, and tabulation work for MICS implementing agencies as needed. Deliverables & Timeline
Review at least 5 CSPro applications – 30 January 2026 Update call centre protocols in at least 3 countries – 10 March 2026 Develop 5 data quality dashboards/programs – 25 April 2026 Review and finalize tabulation systems for 5 datasets – 10 June 2026 Edit and anonymize 5 datasets or share publicly – 25 July 2026 Produce 3 methodological notes – 30 August 2026 Support at least 5 trainings (online/in-person) – 15 November 2026 Update MICS Plus landing and metadata dashboards quarterly – every 3 months Qualifications
Education:
Advanced university degree in Statistics, Programming, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Demography or related field with significant data processing component. Experience:
Minimum 10 years of experience with quantitative household surveys. Prior MICS Plus / household phone surveys implementation required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Statistical analyses; data processing and data analysis software (CSPro, SPSS desirable; R, Python, GitHub is a plus). Experience with MICS or DHS data processing in multiple countries; MICS Plus experience preferred. Experience in developing countries; fluent in English; knowledge of another UN language desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Requirements
Completed profile in UNICEF's e-Recruitment system; upload academic credentials; provide financial proposal including costs per deliverable and total lump-sum, travel costs if applicable, availability, and other estimated costs. UNICEF reserves right to withhold payment for unsatisfactory deliverables or delays. Candidates must have health insurance coverage and comply with visa requirements as applicable. Additional Information
U.S. visa information and consultancy policy notes included. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. UNICEF’s commitments to diversity, inclusion, safeguarding, and anti-harassment policies apply. Consultants are responsible for their own tax liabilities.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Contract type:
Consultant Locations / Duty Station:
Remote / New York, United States (HQ) – Headquarters;
Location:
United States Position level:
Consultancy Categories:
Programme Management, Research, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation About the Role
Multiple Indicator Cluster Surveys (MICS Plus) Data Processing Consultancy, Data Collection Unit, Data and Analytics/DAPM, UNICEF HQ, remote location. Duration: 26 December 2025 – 25 December 2028. Home/Office Based: Remote. Background and Purpose
UNICEF requires a data processing consultant with experience in MICS Plus or similar surveys to support MICS Plus data management and data processing tasks. The consultant will maintain and update standard data management systems, develop editing and analysis programs (including anonymization of microdata), and support data management systems for new MICS Plus surveys. This role supports increasing workloads across multiple countries implementing MICS. Scope of Work / Key Responsibilities
Maintain and update standard data management systems, including review of survey tools. Develop editing and analysis programs, including anonymization of microdata. Develop data management systems, editing and analysis programs for new MICS Plus surveys. Provide capacity building in National Statistical Offices. Contribute to development of innovative approaches in survey implementation. Support data entry, editing, syntax, and tabulation work for MICS implementing agencies as needed. Deliverables & Timeline
Review at least 5 CSPro applications – 30 January 2026 Update call centre protocols in at least 3 countries – 10 March 2026 Develop 5 data quality dashboards/programs – 25 April 2026 Review and finalize tabulation systems for 5 datasets – 10 June 2026 Edit and anonymize 5 datasets or share publicly – 25 July 2026 Produce 3 methodological notes – 30 August 2026 Support at least 5 trainings (online/in-person) – 15 November 2026 Update MICS Plus landing and metadata dashboards quarterly – every 3 months Qualifications
Education:
Advanced university degree in Statistics, Programming, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Demography or related field with significant data processing component. Experience:
Minimum 10 years of experience with quantitative household surveys. Prior MICS Plus / household phone surveys implementation required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Statistical analyses; data processing and data analysis software (CSPro, SPSS desirable; R, Python, GitHub is a plus). Experience with MICS or DHS data processing in multiple countries; MICS Plus experience preferred. Experience in developing countries; fluent in English; knowledge of another UN language desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Requirements
Completed profile in UNICEF's e-Recruitment system; upload academic credentials; provide financial proposal including costs per deliverable and total lump-sum, travel costs if applicable, availability, and other estimated costs. UNICEF reserves right to withhold payment for unsatisfactory deliverables or delays. Candidates must have health insurance coverage and comply with visa requirements as applicable. Additional Information
U.S. visa information and consultancy policy notes included. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. UNICEF’s commitments to diversity, inclusion, safeguarding, and anti-harassment policies apply. Consultants are responsible for their own tax liabilities.
#J-18808-Ljbffr