Associate Data Specialist – UN Resident Coordinator System

About the role

The Associate Data Specialist supports the UN Resident Coordinator Office in Gaborone by developing data science solutions that enhance planning, decision‑making and programme implementation for the Sustainable Development Goals.

Key responsibilities

• Manage implementation of data collection systems and analytics to improve statistical efficiency and quality.
• Lead the design and delivery of reports, dashboards and data products that provide situational awareness and predictive insights.
• Coordinate UNCT monitoring, evaluation and reporting for the Cooperation Framework and SDG indicators.
• Support capacity‑building on gender‑responsive data, new statistical methodologies and data governance.
• Collaborate with UN agencies, research institutes and NGOs to exchange best practices and develop innovative data solutions.

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of sustainable development concepts, SDG indicators and UN monitoring frameworks.
• Experience in statistical analysis, data cleaning, and building data models for decision support.
• Ability to communicate data insights to senior management and diverse stakeholders.

Required skills

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Predictive Analytics
• Data and Text Mining
• Natural Language Processing
• Statistical analysis and modelling
• Data visualization