Local Consultant (Specialist in Data Analysis)

Overview

The role involves data analysis and the creation of data dashboards for the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, focusing on epidemiological and forensic data.

Tasks Summary

• Develop epidemiological and forensic databases.
• Create data analysis code in Python or R.
• Design and publish Power BI dashboards on the Obid platform.
• Prepare trend analysis reports on drug epidemiology.
• Develop an Obid Data Analyst Guide.
• Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and completeness.
• Comply with data protection laws.
• Participate in coordination meetings.

Experience Requirements

• Limited experience in data analysis and the creation of data dashboards is required.
• Experience with the use of Power BI is required.
• Experience with Python or R together with libraries focused on data analysis (for example, pandas for Python and dplyr for R) is desirable.
• Experience with database integration and modeling (SQL, NoSQL, APIs, etc.) is desirable.
• Experience in epidemiology and in the use of DATASUS databases is desirable.

Qualification Requirements

• An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, Social Sciences, Public Health, or related fields is required.
• A first-level university degree in similar fields combined with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience will be accepted in lieu of the postgraduate degree.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Fluency in Portuguese is required.

Languages Preferred: • Knowledge of another United Nations official language is an advantage.

Contract Duration: April-December 2026

Work Modality: Home-based

Remuneration: