Consultant technical support for sdg 4 data and statistics agenda in latin america and the caribbean

• Support data country data submission and validation processes in coordination with the UIS regional advisor
• Support the development of Country Data Plans for countries receiving direct assistance, jointly identifying key challenges and establishing clear objectives to strengthen indicator-based education data systems
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of Country Folders, consolidating mappings (e.g., LASER, LITEA, ISCED), documenting reporting gaps, and tracking national estimation methodologies and practices for SDG 4 indicators
• Review and analyze existing education statistics, particularly in countries with limited capacity or irregular reporting history
• Contribute to the verification and finalization of Dynamic Templates to ensure alignment with UIS standards, in coordination with UIS regional team
• Analyze and identify usable national data from published reports and datasets to enhance country SDG4 reporting
• Maintain close communication with the UIS team to ensure coordination and consistency in technical assistance efforts
• Provide technical input for capacity development materials or data cleaning routines as needed

• Advanced university degree in Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Education Planning, or a related field with a quantitative focus
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the education sector, particularly in statistics, data analysis, or the management of quantitative education data systems
• Proven knowledge of education indicators and monitoring frameworks, preferably related to education
• Experience working with international datasets or national EMIS/school census systems is a strong asset
• Excellent command of Excel
• proficiency in statistical software such as R and Stata is desirable
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
• Fluency in Spanish and English (spoken and written) is required

Proficiency in Portuguese or French is an asset but not mandatory