UNICEF
Financing Data Systems Consultant: Strategic Approaches for Country Action, DAPM
UNICEF, New York, New York, us, 10261
Financing Data Systems Consultant: Strategic Approaches for Country Action, DAPM, Data & Analytics Section, NYHQ, remote
Consultancy opportunity with UNICEF. Location: Remote (Duty Station: DAPM, Data & Analytics Section – Data Collection Unit). Duration: 24 November 2025 – 15 December 2026. Home/Office Based: Remote. Req#585593.
Overview The consultancy will document and analyze how MICS and other major national surveys have been financed over the past decade, highlight successful national financing models, and develop actionable recommendations for UNICEF and governments to mobilize domestic resources and create sustainable data collection national plans. The work aims to strengthen the linkage between data production and public finance decisions, integrating survey plans into multi-year budget frameworks and PFM systems.
Scope Of Work
Document and analyze how MICS and other major national surveys have been financed over the past decade.
Highlight successful national financing models and develop actionable recommendations for UNICEF and governments to mobilize domestic resources and create sustainable data collection national plans.
Produce an evidence-based analytical report and operational toolkit enabling governments and UNICEF to plan, cost, and finance regular MICS and child-centred household surveys through domestic PFM systems (budget lines, MTEF, program budgeting). Include tested guidance and country-ready templates.
Specific Objectives
Analyze MICS financing patterns over the past decade, identifying trends, cost structures, and evolving funding models across regions and income groups.
Document countries that fully or largely fund MICS or similar national surveys, examining enabling institutional, policy, and fiscal mechanisms.
Compare MICS financing experiences with other major survey programmes to draw lessons on sustainability and integration into public finance frameworks.
Assess global and regional initiatives promoting data and statistics financing, including outcomes of the Financing for Development Conference and other Sustainable Development Data initiatives.
Engage stakeholders (NSOs, Ministries of Finance and Planning, UNICEF Country Offices, and development partners) to identify opportunities, barriers, and entry points for strengthening domestic financing of child-centred data systems.
Develop practical guidance and advocacy tools, including templates for budget analysis and data-related Budget Briefs.
Foster dialogue and knowledge sharing through an inception virtual workshop and a final dissemination event with Ministries of Finance, NSOs, and partners.
Terms Of Reference / Deliverables
Analysis of MICS financing and country case studies, including 5–6 country case studies (≥3 fully or largely domestically funded).
Interviews with NSOs, Ministries of Finance/Planning, UNICEF COs, and donors.
Inception virtual workshop (UNICEF HQ, Regional Offices, COs).
Global and regional financing trends review; draft analytical papers and guidance notes (as specified).
Guidance note: Integrating Survey and Data Financing into National Budget and Planning Cycles (approx. 20 pages) with steps, roles, and examples.
Two to three pilot implementations of guidance in MICS countries and refinement based on feedback.
Qualifications
Education: Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, Demography, Statistics, Epidemiology, or related field with measurement/analysis focus.
Knowledge/Experience: Advanced degree in economics, public finance, statistics, public policy, or related field.
Minimum 5 years in public finance management, budget analysis, or domestic resource mobilization for social sectors or data systems.
Experience in analyzing financing of national data systems or household surveys is an asset.
Proven ability to produce analytical reports, guidance notes, or toolkits for policy/technical audiences.
Familiarity with global data-financing initiatives is an asset.
Excellent analytical, writing, and English communication skills; other UN languages are an asset.
Ability to work independently and coordinate with multi-country teams; strong writing and interpersonal skills.
Requirements & Process
Completed profile in UNICEF's e-Recruitment system.
Upload copies of academic credentials.
Submit financial proposal including:
Costs per deliverable and total lump-sum (in USD).
Travel costs and daily subsistence allowance, if applicable.
Other estimated costs (visa, health insurance, living costs).
Availability.
Any emergent travel expenses will be covered by UNICEF. Selected candidate must have valid health insurance and meet visa requirements as applicable.
Payment is contingent on satisfactory deliverables; UNICEF may withhold payment for delays or substandard work.
Other Information U.S. Visa information, ethical conduct policies, safeguarding, and background checks apply as per UNICEF/UN standards. Consultants are not staff members. Travel and safety considerations for COVID-19 vaccination status may apply as described in the TOR.
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Overview The consultancy will document and analyze how MICS and other major national surveys have been financed over the past decade, highlight successful national financing models, and develop actionable recommendations for UNICEF and governments to mobilize domestic resources and create sustainable data collection national plans. The work aims to strengthen the linkage between data production and public finance decisions, integrating survey plans into multi-year budget frameworks and PFM systems.
Scope Of Work
Document and analyze how MICS and other major national surveys have been financed over the past decade.
Highlight successful national financing models and develop actionable recommendations for UNICEF and governments to mobilize domestic resources and create sustainable data collection national plans.
Produce an evidence-based analytical report and operational toolkit enabling governments and UNICEF to plan, cost, and finance regular MICS and child-centred household surveys through domestic PFM systems (budget lines, MTEF, program budgeting). Include tested guidance and country-ready templates.
Specific Objectives
Analyze MICS financing patterns over the past decade, identifying trends, cost structures, and evolving funding models across regions and income groups.
Document countries that fully or largely fund MICS or similar national surveys, examining enabling institutional, policy, and fiscal mechanisms.
Compare MICS financing experiences with other major survey programmes to draw lessons on sustainability and integration into public finance frameworks.
Assess global and regional initiatives promoting data and statistics financing, including outcomes of the Financing for Development Conference and other Sustainable Development Data initiatives.
Engage stakeholders (NSOs, Ministries of Finance and Planning, UNICEF Country Offices, and development partners) to identify opportunities, barriers, and entry points for strengthening domestic financing of child-centred data systems.
Develop practical guidance and advocacy tools, including templates for budget analysis and data-related Budget Briefs.
Foster dialogue and knowledge sharing through an inception virtual workshop and a final dissemination event with Ministries of Finance, NSOs, and partners.
Terms Of Reference / Deliverables
Analysis of MICS financing and country case studies, including 5–6 country case studies (≥3 fully or largely domestically funded).
Interviews with NSOs, Ministries of Finance/Planning, UNICEF COs, and donors.
Inception virtual workshop (UNICEF HQ, Regional Offices, COs).
Global and regional financing trends review; draft analytical papers and guidance notes (as specified).
Guidance note: Integrating Survey and Data Financing into National Budget and Planning Cycles (approx. 20 pages) with steps, roles, and examples.
Two to three pilot implementations of guidance in MICS countries and refinement based on feedback.
Qualifications
Education: Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, Demography, Statistics, Epidemiology, or related field with measurement/analysis focus.
Knowledge/Experience: Advanced degree in economics, public finance, statistics, public policy, or related field.
Minimum 5 years in public finance management, budget analysis, or domestic resource mobilization for social sectors or data systems.
Experience in analyzing financing of national data systems or household surveys is an asset.
Proven ability to produce analytical reports, guidance notes, or toolkits for policy/technical audiences.
Familiarity with global data-financing initiatives is an asset.
Excellent analytical, writing, and English communication skills; other UN languages are an asset.
Ability to work independently and coordinate with multi-country teams; strong writing and interpersonal skills.
Requirements & Process
Completed profile in UNICEF's e-Recruitment system.
Upload copies of academic credentials.
Submit financial proposal including:
Costs per deliverable and total lump-sum (in USD).
Travel costs and daily subsistence allowance, if applicable.
Other estimated costs (visa, health insurance, living costs).
Availability.
Any emergent travel expenses will be covered by UNICEF. Selected candidate must have valid health insurance and meet visa requirements as applicable.
Payment is contingent on satisfactory deliverables; UNICEF may withhold payment for delays or substandard work.
Other Information U.S. Visa information, ethical conduct policies, safeguarding, and background checks apply as per UNICEF/UN standards. Consultants are not staff members. Travel and safety considerations for COVID-19 vaccination status may apply as described in the TOR.
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