Data Analyst short term consulting opportunity at the Independent Evaluation Group (IEG)

Background
The Independent Evaluation Group (IEG) is looking for an experienced Data Analyst for a short-term consulting (STC) opportunity at its Washington, DC office. The Analyst will be part of a team working on improving the quality and rigor of IEGs information management practices, particularly now that a new Access to Information Policy is requiring strong, reliable processes that lead to greater transparency and information disclosure. Remuneration is commensurate with experience. IEG is the organizational unit in the World Bank Group providing evaluation and feedback on the development effectiveness of Bank Group activities in client countries. IEG is independent of Bank Group management and reports directly to the Board of Executive Directors, with day-to-day oversight by the Boards Committee on Development Effectiveness (CODE). IEGs Strategy, Learning and Communication Department (IEGCS) is responsible for supporting the Director General of Evaluation (DGE) and IEG Leadership Team in developing and implementing IEGs strategic directions; strengthening staff competencies and professional development through learning activities; increasing the impact of IEG through communication and knowledge activities in the Bank Group and the development community, including knowledge generation, syntheses of good practices, dissemination of IEGs evaluative work, and outreach to development partners and the media; supporting the implementation of IEG's access to information policy through timely and effective public disclosure and communication; developing and implementing an integrated knowledge management system fully responsive to the needs of IEG staff and primary users of IEG information.

Responsibilities
Develop a set of report templates using Tableau software for IEGs key product lines. Evaluation teams will use these template-based reports as a starting point for doing portfolio research. Develop related database definitions and schemas for relevant datasets, covering World Bank, IFC, and MIGA portfolio management information, documents, evaluation data, etc. Help IEG teams setup information management practices that are conducive to greater data integrity and high quality research. To the extent possible, evaluation datasets should meet transparency and disclosure standards. Provide on-demand training to IEG teams on information management standards for evaluative work, tools and techniques.

Qualifications
Experience designing data analysis reports and charts/graphs using business intelligence tools such as Tableau, Business Objects, and/or Cognos. Proficiency with Tableau is a must. A portfolio of examples showing clear, succinct data representations or visualizations derived from complex data would be desirable.

Proficient in information management techniques and familiarity with leading database management tools such as SQL, MS Access, Oracle, etc. Knowledge of data extraction, transformation and loading techniques, and experience in related tools, is a plus. Familiarity with World Bank Group (IFC, MIGA, and/or World Bank) operational processes, in particular with portfolio-related datasets. Experience preparing clear data documentation, updating codebooks or data dictionaries, and related end-user guidelines or training materials. Experience with descriptive statistical analysis, using statistical analysis software packages such as: Stata, SAS, SPSS, and/or R. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to request information clearly and diplomatically. Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English. Ability to write concisely and clearly on specialized matters without using technical jargon.

Application
If interested, please send an email to Alex McKenzie (amckenzie@worldbank.org) with Tableau Data Analyst in the subject line, and include: a) Your CV b) A brief statement describing how your skills and experience are relevant to this opportunity c) Your answers to the following: 1. Have you ever worked for the World Bank Group? 2. Do you have any relative working for the World Bank Group? (if so, please indicate how are you related to this person) 3. Does your legal permit status allow you to work at the World Bank headquarters in Washington DC (e.g. US citizen, G4 visa, permanent resident, etc.)? 4. How soon could you start working? 5. What are your work schedule restrictions, if any? Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview. Other candidates will not be contacted. Please note that application deadline is April 17, 2012.

Background on contracting policies for Short-Term Consultants (STC):

Paid on a daily-rate basis for actual days worked STCs are not eligible to participate in the World Bank Groups benefit programs The STC appointment cannot exceed 150 paid days per fiscal year. Fiscal year cycle begins on July 1, and ends on June 30.