Overview
Support the strengthening of agriculture-related data systems, information management, reporting systems, and evidence-based decision-making processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the mapping and assessment of existing data systems.
- Develop data management and information-sharing protocols.
- Support the establishment of reporting and tracking systems.
- Conduct data analysis and visualization.
- Provide technical support and training on data systems.
- Support the development of agriculture databases and dashboards, including on core agricultural statistics e.g., crop yield, livestock census, market prices and others, including providing related capacity building to relevant FAO national staff and MoA on agriculture data bases and dashboards developed.
- Work closely with the FAO FSAU and MoA, contribute to the development of the Syrian Agricultural Investment Map (SAIM), interactive Investor Platform and Investment Guide including providing related capacity building on data and info-systems management.
- Develop data collection and reporting templates.
- Ensure data quality assurance and standardization.
- Facilitate linkages with research institutions and data providers.
- Conduct analysis of sector performance indicators.
- Support the production of analytical and statistical reports.
Required Experience
Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in data management and information systems. Working experience with UN Agencies is preferable. Familiarity with FAO system and standards is preferable.
Qualifications
Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in information systems, statistics, agricultural economics, GIS, data science, or related fields; Consultants with a bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.
