Research, Assessment and Monitoring (RAM) Officer - SC8 - Baghdad, Iraq

Overview

The Research, Assessment and Monitoring (RAM) Officer will lead evidence generation across key programme areas to ensure operations are driven by high-quality, relevant data through assessments, surveys, and analysis. This role will inform strategic decisions, support resource mobilization, and enhance accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of assessment, targeting and other thematic studies.
• Compile, quality-assure, and disseminate assessment results.
• Provide technical analytical support for Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM), baseline and follow-up surveys.
• Provide advanced methodological refinement and contribute to integrated climate and resilience analysis.
• Utilize advanced statistical and geospatial tools to evaluate environmental degradation, livelihood vulnerabilities, and socio-economic impacts.
• Lead geospatial mapping and data visualization efforts.
• Support the development and refinement of targeting methodologies for social protection programmes.
• Strengthen national and subnational capacities by working closely with government counterparts.
• Support the development of an integrated national monitoring system.

Required Experience

Total relevant 5 years of experience including 1 year of Professional (Supervisory) experience. Relevant experience in designing assessments and surveys, statistical analysis, econometrics, or data management/visualization, preferably within a UN agency or an institution recognized for high-quality analytical work. Background or training in social services, food security, nutrition, and/or familiarity with WFP operations is considered an asset.

Qualifications

Advanced University degree in Economics, Food Security, Statistics, Data Science, Geography or other related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses

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