Data Management and Analysis Assistant

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

31 October 2026-23:59-GMT+03:30 Iran Time (Tehran)

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of extreme weather shocks.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

The Data Management and Analysis Assistant leads on data collection, cleaning, processing, and analysis activities to enable timely production of market price analyses, reports, and data products. The role ensures high data quality, the production of visualization tools, and leading the team with routine and ad‑hoc statistical tasks in line with established procedures.

 

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the head of programme, the incumbent will:

 

Data Collection and Management

• Support with setting up assessment systems for food security monitoring, through existing government exercises (including liaising with SCI) and new initiatives (i.e. mVAM).
• Support programme targeting - both geographic and household levels.
• Collect, compile, and clean quantitative datasets from internal and external sources.
• Verify data accuracy, completeness, and consistency following agreed standards.
• Maintain updated datasets and support routine data management processes.
• Data Processing and Analysis Categorize and process data using standard statistical and analytical methods. Conduct statistical analyses and oversee outputs and estimates using predefined models. Lead in extracting and analyzing national statistical datasets on food insecurity, poverty, and socioeconomic vulnerabilities (HIES).
• Data Visualization and Reporting Support Produce charts, tables, and visualizations to support analytical reporting. Lead on the development and maintenance of dashboards and data presentation tools. Prepare data inputs and supporting materials for reports and knowledge products.
• Coordination and Collaboration Work closely with the VAM regional office to support market price analysis and related outputs. Liaise with team members to ensure data requirements are clearly understood and met. Share technical inputs to improve data organization and workflow efficiency. Liaise with counterparts from sister agencies on analyses, surveys, and other related tasks.
• Monitoring Support the Monitoring Unit with providing strategic and technical guidance to ensure delivery of high-quality monitoring outputs. Develop and standardize monitoring frameworks, reporting templates, questionnaires, data collection tools, and analytical methodologies. Guide the analysis and interpretation of monitoring data to generate actionable insights for programme management and decision-making.
• Other Duties Assist the team with ad‑hoc statistical or data‑related tasks. Perform other related duties within the scope of the role as assigned by the supervisor.
• QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• Education: Completion of secondary school education required. Post‑secondary training or coursework in statistics, data analysis, economics, information management, or a related field is A MUST. 
• Experience: Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in data management, statistics, or analytical support. Demonstrated experience working with large quantitative datasets. Practical experience supporting statistical analysis or estimation techniques.
• Knowledge & Skills: Proficiency in spreadsheet software and basic statistical tools. Experience with data visualization and reporting tools is an advantage. Familiarity with data quality principles and structured data workflows. Knowledge of, or exposure to, market analysis or VAM‑related data is desirable. Good understanding of the local context in Iran.
• Languages: Fluency in the duty station language required. Working knowledge of English required.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

 

WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.

Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework

 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

 

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  [email protected]

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

 

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

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• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.