National Data Adviser

The Role The National Data Adviser will provide focused technical support to strengthen the quality, reliability, and usability of priority datasets within the Ministry of Social Affairs. Working closely with ministry teams, the successful candidate will clean and validate critical datasets, develop practical analytical tools, and produce decision-ready outputs that improve programme planning and implementation. Success in this role will be measured through the delivery of high-quality datasets, dashboards, analytical products, and documentation that support continuity beyond the assignment. The position is based in Beirut, Lebanon, on a 12-month contract with the possibility of extension subject to funding and performance. The role reports to the Ministry Line Manager and the NORCAP Thematic Manager. As the National Data Adviser, you will take on the following

Responsibilities

• Role and Responsibilities Engage with Ministry of Social Affairs leadership, technical teams, and stakeholders to identify priorities, define methodologies, and develop a realistic workplan
• Assess priority datasets, systems, tools, and existing analytical products to identify data quality issues, inconsistencies, duplication, and operational risks
• Clean, validate, reconcile, and maintain priority datasets, with particular attention to displacement, beneficiary, and payment-related data
• Design and implement practical data cleaning, validation, and deduplication approaches, including the development of scripts and methodologies where appropriate
• Develop, improve, and maintain decision-ready dashboards and analytical products that support operational and strategic decision-making
• Produce analytical briefs and insights on key trends, geographic coverage, and programme performance, presenting findings to stakeholders for review and validation
• Develop clear documentation, standard operating procedures, guidance materials, and handover packages to support continuity and sustainable use of data products
• Ensure compliance with data protection and confidentiality standards while contributing to knowledge sharing, collaboration, and other NORCAP priorities
• Desired Candidate Profile 5 to 7 years of professional experience in data analysis, data management, or a closely related field, including work with large and complex datasets
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality analytical outputs and results within challenging timelines and evolving operational contexts
• Strong technical proficiency in Python and/or R, SQL, Power BI and/or Tableau, and advanced Microsoft Excel
• Proven experience in data cleaning, validation, deduplication, data visualisation, and the development of decision-support products
• Experience within humanitarian, emergency response, social protection, public sector, or government data systems is highly desirable
• Strong analytical, communication, prioritisation, and problem-solving skills
• Please read the attached terms of reference for more details before applying