The National Bureau of Statistics is seeking to recruit for the following positions:

Statistician: (2 posts)

Main Duties and responsibilities:

• Design data collection schedules and prepare methodology/documentation to be used in the conducting of surveys
• Update databases and thoroughly check the output results regularly for correctness, completeness and

integrity of data

• Do data analysis and compile statistical aggregates ensuring compliance with internationally recommended methodology, standards and classifications
• Write statistical reports and prepare documentation as required
• Manage and train lower level staff
• Management and coordination of primary data collection exercises
• Tools development and documentation
• Compilation of statistical reports from various analyses
• Providing assistance and advice on research work
• Technical representation of the Bureau on committees and at meetings

Specific requirements:

• Degree in Statistics, Economics or Mathematics or related Social Sciences OR 2-years’ satisfactory work experience as Assistant Statistician
• Good report writing and communication skills
• Knowledge of the MS Office Software package as well as statistical software packages for statistical analysis
• Good computing skills

Other Requirements:

• Prior work experience in a related field is a plus and will be considered

Salary:                                        

The salary entry point is set at SB3-SB5 plus relevant allowances as per the Scheme of Service.

Senior Statistical Assistant: (2 posts)

Main Duties and responsibilities:

• Assist with and supervise data collection through administration of questionnaires and schedules from households, establishments and administrative records.
• Check questionnaires and schedules from the field for inconsistencies and errors and have these rectified where necessary.
• Supervise and assist with data coding, entry and editing.
• Coordinate field work of Statistical Assistants under supervision of senior officer.
• Assist with preliminary data analysis in the preparation of Statistical reports.
• Assist in providing the general public and other users with information from
• Conduct any other relevant duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Specific requirements:

• ‘A’ level certificate in Mathematics and English with or a relevant Advanced Certificate
• Minimum of 2 years satisfactory work experience as a Statistical Assistant.
• Competence in the use of the MS Office Software package, particularly the use of Excel spreadsheets and Word.
• Proficiency in English and good report writing and communication skills.

Salary:                                        

The salary entry point is set at SB1 plus relevant allowances as per the Scheme of Service.

APPLICATION:

Interested applicants can download the forms from our webpage www.nbs.gov.sc  

Completed application forms with CV’s and certificates should be sent to: Ms. E.Gomme, HR & Budget Management Officer, 3rd floor Caravelle House, Manglier Street or P.O. Box 206, Victoria, Mahe, Seychelles. 

Contact details:  Tel:  4 679 402 or Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 19^th May 2023

 Application Form