National Consultant: Adviser, Data Analytics and Insights

Transforms regional data into strategic insight for the Pacific Islands Forum’s 2050 Strategy, strengthening data systems, dashboards, indicators and analytical reporting while coordinating standards and datasets across regional partners to support monitoring, leadership decisions and evidence-based planning.

• Design and manage data systems, dashboards and performance-tracking tools for the 2050 Strategy
• Analyse regional datasets to identify trends, gaps, risks and emerging implementation issues
• Develop indicators, baselines and data-collection methodologies and safeguard data quality
• Prepare analytical briefs, reports, presentations and actionable insights for regional leaders
• Coordinate data collection, sharing, standards and methodologies across regional partners
• Support strategic planning, prioritisation and resource-allocation decisions with evidence
• Build stakeholder capability in data use, interpretation and continuous learning

• Master’s degree with five years of experience, or bachelor’s degree in statistics, data science, econometrics, public health or a related field with seven years
• At least five years of relevant experience in data analysis, business intelligence, information management or monitoring, evaluation and learning
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and interpretation of complex datasets
• Ability to produce clear and timely reports and visualisations
• Fluency in English and the national language
• Ability to provide their own laptop

• Consultancy is based at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat office in Suva
• Initial contract is five months with a possible six-month extension in 2027
• Payment is monthly after approval of monthly reports