International Consultant: Census Data Analysis & Reporting Expert

Job Description

The 2026 Population and Housing Census will generate a comprehensive dataset critical for evidence-based policymaking and development planning in Sierra Leone. Transforming processed census data into actionable insights requires advanced statistical analysis, interpretation, and reporting aligned with international standards.

This consultancy will support Statistics Sierra Leone in producing high-quality census outputs, including statistical tables, analytical reports, and dissemination materials.

Purpose of Consultancy

The Purpose of Consultancy:

To analyze census data and produce high-quality statistical outputs, reports, and visualizations that inform policy and development planning.

Scope of Work

In pursuance of the objectives of the engagement, the consultant, in close coordination and collaboration with the relevant Unit at Statistics Sierra Leone (Stats SL), and UNFPA, will be required to assist in the planning, organization, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the data processing flow of the 2026 PHC.

• Conduct descriptive and inferential statistical analysis

More specifically, the Data Analysis expert will undertake the following:

A. Data Analysis

• Use cleaned datasets and tabulations to generate analytical outputs
• Generate key demographic and socio-economic indicators
• Segment data by geographic, demographic, and socio-economic variable

B. Tabulation and Outputs

• Develop charts, graphs, and infographics
• Produce standard census tables for dissemination
• Produce policy briefs and summary reports

C. Report Writing

• Train Statistics Sierra Leone staff on: Data analysis techniques
• Develop thematic analytical reports (e.g. population structure, fertility, migration)
• Ensure reports meet international standards (UN guidelines)

D. Data Visualization

• Support communication of findings to technical and non-technical audiences

E. Policy-Relevant Outputs

• Highlight key trends and implications for national planning

F. Capacity Building

• Report writing
• Data visualization

G. Collaboration

• Provide feedback on data quality and anomalies
• Support dissemination activities

Expected Deliverables

• Inception report & analysis plan - Week 2 - 1st May 2026
• Analytical framework & indicators - Month 1 - 8th May 2026
• Training Sessions Conducted - Month 1 - 8th May 2026
• Draft statistical tables and outputs - Month 2 - 19th June 2026
• Draft Initial pilot census report - Month 3 - 19th July 2026
• Data visualizations and infographics - Month 3 - 19th July 2026
• Final Census analytical report - End of Month 3- 19th July 2026

Duration and Working Schedule

3 months (20th April - 19th July 2026)

Payment Schedule

The final report will be available no later than 19th July 2026 and is to be provided in electronic format.

• Milestone Payment
• Inception report & analysis plan 30%
• Draft outputs (tables + report inputs) 40%
• Final deliverables 30%

Reporting Line

• Technical oversight: UNFPA
• Works closely with the National Census Coordinator, CTA, and Data Processing

Requirements

• The consultant must not download, share, or distribute census data without the explicit knowledge and approval of the Statistician General and the Director of Data Science.

Place of Work

The international consultant will work in the country (Statistics Sierra Leone)

Qualifications

• At least an Advanced Degree in Statistics, Demography, Economics, Computer Science, Data Science, or any other relevant discipline from a recognized University.
• At least five (5) years' experience processing household survey data captured using tablets for computer-assisted personal interviews (CAPI) and Survey Solutions software;

Language Requirements

• Required Languages English
• Desired Languages English

Vacancy Timeline

1 Week