UNRWA - Programme Infrastructure/Engineering - Syria

Socio-Economic Data Analyst

Duty station
🇸🇾 Damascus, Syria
Country / area
Syria
Region
Asia
UN system
Secretariat
Level
CON
Category
Consultants
Job family
Engineering
Posted
Closes
in 2 days Source: 06:59, Jun 07, 2026 Asia/Damascus

About this role

The Socio-Economic Data Analyst will lead socio-economic analysis for camp improvement planning and projects in Syria. Key responsibilities include planning and managing surveys, compiling data, preparing reports, supervising consultants, coordinating with UNRWA departments, integrating findings with Camp Improvement Plan themes, supporting GIS data development, conducting assessments, ensuring protection principles compliance, and providing technical support for project monitoring and risk mitigation. The role requires strong analytical skills, experience in socio-economic data analysis, and familiarity with participatory approaches and statistical tools.

Key requirements

  • University degree in social studies, economic studies, statistics or related field
  • 4+ years experience in planning and implementing socio-economic projects
  • Experience analyzing large sets of socio-economic data with statistical tools

Nice to have

  • Advanced degree in development, management, planning, or policy
  • Knowledge of Palestine refugees camp and culture
  • Knowledge of GIS tools and spatial analysis

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Requirements at a glance

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Min. experience
At least 4 years of experience in planning and implementing socio-economic projects.
Required degree
A university degree in social studies, economic studies, statistics or related field from an accredited university/institution.
Languages
English Arabic

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

Expected duration

6 months

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.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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