Consultant - Statistician (USAID RFSA Activity)

Job Description

Title: Consultant - Statistician (USAID RFSA Activity)

Company Name: EnCompass LLC

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: --

Experience:

• At least 8 years

Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Statistics, Biostatistics, Economics, Data Science, Public Health, or a related field.

• At least 8 years

• At least 8 years of experience in applying advanced statistical methods in program evaluations, preferably in international development contexts.

• Proficiency in statistical software such as SPSS, Stata, or R, with proven experience in conducting advanced analyses (e.g., regression modeling, cluster analysis, hypothesis testing).

• Experience with quantitative survey design, sampling methods, and large-scale data collection, particularly in two-stage cluster sampling; experience with anthropometric data

• Strong data management skills, including data cleaning, validation, and preparation for analysis.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex datasets, generating insights on key outcomes like food security, nutrition, and resilience.

• Experience integrating quantitative and qualitative data to produce comprehensive evaluation findings.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present statistical findings through clear, accessible visualizations (e.g., charts, graphs) and reports.

• Familiarity with USAID data reporting requirements and experience preparing anonymized datasets and codebooks.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring alignment of statistical analysis with overall evaluation objectives.

Essential Functions:

• Calculate sample sizes for SHOUHARDO and/or Nobo Jatra evaluations, accounting for baseline rates, intra-cluster correlation, and design effects.

• Develop and implement a statistical analysis plan to evaluate key outcomes such as food security, resilience, and nutrition.

• Provide statistical expertise in designing household and LSP surveys to ensure effective data collection and analysis.

• Oversee the data cleaning process, ensuring datasets are accurate, complete, and free of inconsistencies..

• Conduct advanced statistical analyses, including regression modeling and trend analyses to assess changes over time.

• Adjust for clustering and design effects in statistical models to ensure valid and reliable results.

• Create visualizations such as charts and graphs to present statistical findings in reports and presentations.

• Collaborate with the qualitative analysis team to triangulate quantitative findings with qualitative insights.

• Contribute statistical input to evaluation reports, ensuring proper interpretation and presentation of results.

• Ensure data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with USAID data security policies throughout the analysis.

• Prepare cleaned, anonymized datasets, codebooks, and statistical documentation for submission to the USAID Development Data Library.