INTERNATIONAL INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT FOR THE PREPARATION OF THE NATIONAL STRATEGI
Procurement Process
IC - Individual contractor
Office
UNDP-SWZ - SWAZILAND
Deadline
04-Nov-24 @ 10:59 AM (New York time)
Published on
24-Oct-24 @ 12:00 AM (New York time)
Reference Number
UNDP-SWZ-00125
Contact
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Introduction
Country: Eswatini
Description of the Assignment:
The overall objective of the consultancy is to assist the CSO in the preparation of the NSDS. The NSDS will:
contribute to inform policy decisions and strategies by providing a coherent system for the definition of baselines and measuring of development progress and trends; Take into account all national, sectoral, regional and international data needs, including the international development agendas monitoring (SDGs, Agenda African Union 2063 Agenda, etc.);Encompass data production, analysis and use, and address related issues;Involve all statistical production units and provide a framework for linking the various sectors;Provide a coherent framework for multilateral and bilateral assistance;Integrate ongoing activities and take advantage of the experience accumulated by other countries;Draw on best practice in organizational and management development.SCOPE OF WORK/TASKS
The following are the details of the work to be carried out:
Have at least a masterโs degree in Statistics, Economics or related fields or equivalent work experience. Extensive knowledge of the NSDS framework. Experience on NSDS/statistic strategy planning work, NSDS assessment/ evaluation in developing countries. At least 10 years of work experience in official statistics, with knowledge of the work of national statistics offices, strategic planning on statistics, statistical indicator systems, etc. Working knowledge of the Eswatini statistical system or another similar country statistical system in Africa. Good analytical, writing, and presentation skills and fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.Period of assignment/services:
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