Consultant Demographic and Social Statistics

About the role

The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) seeks a consultant to produce a technical paper on refugee, displaced persons and statelessness statistics in the Arab region and to draft a comprehensive chapter for the upcoming publication “Arab Society: Demographic and Social Trends”. The work supports ESCWA’s Demographic and Social Statistics Section in implementing its 2026 work plan.

Key responsibilities

• Produce a technical paper on refugees, displaced persons and statelessness statistics in the Arab region, adhering to UN referencing style and submitting the first page of each reference.
• Conduct a literature review, gather data through questionnaires, and liaise with member states and relevant international organisations.
• Draft a detailed chapter on refugees and displaced persons for the publication “Arab Society: Demographic and Social Trends”.
• Monitor data availability and trends for essential demographic and social indicators across the Arab region.

Required profile

• Background in demographic and social statistics, preferably with experience in the Arab region.
• Proven ability to produce high‑quality technical documents and analytical reports.
• Familiarity with UN‑style referencing and academic citation standards.
• Experience collaborating with national statistical offices and international organisations.

Required skills