Consultant – Data Management

About the role

The Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) seeks a consultant to strengthen the national statistical system of the Comoros in producing high‑quality fisheries data and indicators, supporting SDG 14.4.1 and fishing‑effort metrics.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a concept note outlining methodology, schedule, and key data providers for a fisheries data catalogue and profile report.
• Assess and align data‑collection tools and methodologies with SDG and FAO standards to ensure consistency across agencies.
• Identify and inventory stakeholders in the national statistical system, documenting challenges in data reporting.
• Produce draft and final fisheries data catalogues, profile reports, and recommendations for data‑management platforms.
• Present findings to national and international stakeholders and deliver a final progress report with capacity‑building steps.

Required profile

• Experience working with national statistical systems, especially in small island developing states.
• Familiarity with fisheries data, SDG indicator 14.4.1, and FAO methodologies.
• Ability to collaborate with UN agencies (UNSD, FAO, UNDP, UN Women) and national institutes such as INSEED.
• Strong analytical and report‑writing skills, delivering reader‑friendly and concise outputs.