Data Analyst

Organisational Context

ECPAT International is a global network of organisations working together for the elimination of the sexual exploitation of children in all its manifestations i.e. exploitation of children in prostitution, online child sexual exploitation, sale and trafficking of children for sexual purposes, sexual exploitation of children in travel and tourism and some forms of child, early and forced marriage. The ECPAT Network currently consists of 126 members working at national and local levels in 104 countries. The ECPAT Secretariat coordinates the global work of ECPAT and is based in Bangkok, Thailand.

MUKTI SOUTH ASIA PROJECT

With funding from the U.S. Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons, a cohort of organisations, led by ECPAT Luxembourg is implementing the MUKTI South Asia project in Bangladesh, India, and Nepal. The project aims to strengthen anti-trafficking responses by addressing critical shortcomings in protection for victims of child trafficking for sexual purposes. The project engages with a variety of different entities and organisations – including government, civil society, frontline workers, etc. – at multiple levels to strengthen the capacities and knowledge to coordinate efficiently to protect and care for survivors of trafficking of children for sexual purposes.

In the context of the Mukti South Asia project, ECPAT International, as one of the project partners, aims to contribute to improved care of survivors of trafficking for sexual purposes during childhood through trauma-informed practices building on the lived experiences of survivors and the realities of service providers in the target countries.

ECPAT International will be responsible for primary research aimed at assessing the quality, availability and usefulness of support services for victims and survivors of trafficking of children for sexual purposes. The methodologies to be used draw from ECPAT’s solid research experience of surveying frontline workers and conducting carefully designed conversations with young people who have experienced sexual exploitation and abuse. Information collected from survivors and frontline workers are aimed at informing services’ planning and provision. Promoting the voices and perspectives of victims of sexual exploitation is also a strategic objective of ECPAT International and a cross-cutting issue.

Objectives of the consultancy

ECPAT International is seeking an experienced professional to analyse responses received from survey administered to a convenience sample of 250 client-facing frontline support workers in Bangladesh, India (three locations) and Nepal.

The Consultant will collaborate with the ECPAT Research Team to:

1. Design an analysis plan based on the survey used for data collection (to be approved by the ECPAT team).
2. Complete initial cleaning of raw data sets including both quantitative and qualitative data. (ECPAT will coordinate translation of qualitative data to English prior to sharing raw data sets).
3. Liaise with ECPAT Research Team to clarify issues that arise in cleaning, especially regarding translation of qualitative data.
4. Conduct data analysis for each country/location data set (five total).
5. Generate a draft report for each country/location data set + a comprehensive combined report for the 3 locations in India, including accommodating two rounds of feedback from the ECPAT team.

Consultant Profile

Skills and experience:

• Relevant university background in statistics, research, quantitative analysis.
• Demonstrated knowledge of statistics and quantitative data analysis.
• Proficiency with a range of analytical software.
• Knowledge of Alchemer survey platform or other online survey software.
• Track record of research projects in social sciences.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously to meet agreed objectives.
• Strong communication skills and experience with science communication.

Ability:

• Handle confidential data and information.
• Excellent English (writing and speaking) and an inquisitive mind set
• Excellent capacity to write for different audiences.

Deliverables – please refer to the advertisement found at Careers – ECPAT

Timeframe

It is expected that this consultancy will require between 42 and maximum 55 working days from April 2024 to August 2025.

Management and Reporting Arrangements

The Consultant will report to the Research and Child Rights Monitoring at ECPAT International, and work in close collaboration with other members of the ECPAT team.

Additional Information

• This is a home-based position; the consultant(s) will work from home or own office but should be available online for pre-arranged meetings with the ECPAT’s team in Bangkok and Regional Coordinator for South Asia in Nepal.
• The contracted candidate is expected to act at all times in a manner consistent with the values of ECPAT International and in compliance with the organisation’s policies and procedures including Safeguarding Policies.

OUR COMMITMENTS

As ECPAT’s International Secretariat we recognise that our strength lies in the diversity of the people who make up our global network, staff, volunteers and consultants. We are committed to being an inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds and cultures can strive and be themselves. This means we will challenge ourselves to do better and to continue learning, to create and maintain a working environment steeped in respect, tolerance, safety, and where all parties are valued equally.

As a child-focused organisation, ECPAT has a strong commitment to child safeguarding and rigorous procedures. The successful candidate will be required to sign our 2 codes of conduct.