International Consultant-Population

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT

Hiring Office:

UNFPA CO, Aden, Yemen

To strengthen the institutional and technical capabilities of the Central Statistical Organization (CSO) Aden under the legitimate government 

Scope of work:

(Description of services, activities, or outputs)

Background : The CSO faces challenges due to outdated population and housing censuses, a lack of budget development capacity, and inadequate infrastructure and IT equipment. Furthermore, new data sources are needed, as well as better coordination with external organizations to support the capacity building of CSO Aden. Despite these challenges, the CSO staff remain dedicated to their work and have requested support through training, capacity building, and infrastructure upgrades. 

The CSO in Aden also is experiencing a severe lack of capacity, particularly a critical shortage of staff, due to retirements, resignations, and a hiring freeze. The current workforce is considerably smaller than required, leading to an overdependence on short-term contract workers who are underpaid, only available part-time, and have high turnover rates. Additionally, unclear protocols and processes have hindered coordination between the CSO Aden, its branch offices, and other statistical units within the ministry. 

To address the urgent need for a comprehensive census of population, housing, and establishments, significant capacity building in population and social statistics, particularly population studies, is required. This necessitates strengthening statistical capabilities and skills, which can be achieved by contracting a resident demographic expert in the field of population statistics. 

(Population indicators, Social indicators, Population projections, Demographic survey, Writing reports, and preparing bulletins)

• Conducting a comprehensive assessment of the CSO's current statistical capabilities and infrastructure to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted recommendations for capacity building.
• Evaluating the population projections and statistical systems and developing a statistical strengthening plan for the sector, including mechanisms for monitoring statistical outputs and coordinating investments in the population sector and statistical systems.
• Strengthening capacity in the population sector to enhance the ability of CSO staff to conduct population projections using ready-made programs such as Spectrum and Mort Pac to meet requirements for national development. 

The outcome of this stage is to build the capabilities of the CSO staff in making population projections in coordination and participation with relevant authorities such as the Ministry of Health and Population - Aden, the Ministry of Education - Aden, the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor - Aden, and the National Population Council - Aden.

• Strengthening capacities through training on how to integrate statistics from administrative records (vital statistics, health, education, labor force, migration and displacement, accident and crime statistics, etc) with population census and surveys for comprehensive analyses on various thematic topics.
• Strengthening statistical capabilities in constructing and installing demographic and poverty indicators using analysis programs such as SPSS and STATA.
• Review and update the classifications used in population and social statistics in line with the current international standards.
• Support the creation of a basic and accurate database of ICPD-SDG indicators that reflects the situation from various aspects to help decision-makers in developing plans and drawing up policies and programmes.
• Strengthen skills in methodologies, design, planning, and implementation of representative surveys, as well as preparing a survey plan, processing figures, and extracting results.

6 months (April- Sep) 2025

The deliverables for the consultancy include: 

• An assessment report detailing the CSO's current statistical capabilities, infrastructure, and recommendations for improvement.
• A workshop on statistical strengthening with establishing a plan for the population sector. 
• A workshop on the Population projections outputs and training report.
• A workshop on thematic analysis integrating data from multiple sources with a report.
• A review report on the classifications used in population and social statistics and recommended changes. 
• A basic and accurate database of ICPD-SDGs indicators that reflects the situation from various aspects. 

Monitoring and progress control, including reporting requirements, periodicity format and deadline:

• Work plan 
• Schedule chart
• Monthly progress reports
• Final report (by the end of the consultancy)
• Letter from the CSO confirming that the consultant has completed the work

Supervisory arrangements: 

UNFPA CO and CSO Aden

Expected travel:

No

Required expertise, qualifications and competencies, including language requirements:

English 

Arabic 

Accommodation and internal transportation during the mission between airport and CSO office in Aden 

The consultant will receive payment in two installments: 

• The first installment, representing 50% of the total payment, will be released after three months, contingent upon the completion of all scheduled workshops and submission of all requisite reports. 
• The second and final installment will be paid upon the successful conclusion of the consultancy and submission of the final report. 

Required Competencies: 

Values:

• Exemplifying integrity, 
• Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, 
• Embracing cultural diversity, 
• Embracing change   

Core Competencies: 

• Achieving results,
• Being accountable,
• Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
• Thinking analytically and strategically,
• Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,
• Communicating for impact,

Functional Competencies:

• Business acumen,
• Providing logistical support,
• Managing data,
• Managing documents, correspondence, and reports,
• Managing information and workflow,
• Planning, organizing, and multi-tasking,

UNFPA Work Environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more

Disclaimer:

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