The Kenya National Bureau of
Statistics (KNBS) is a corporate body established under the Statistics Act
(2006). It is the principal Government agency responsible for the collection,
compilation, analysis, publication and dissemination of official statistical
information and its custody.
The Kenya National Bureau of
Statistics invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced
individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following positions:-
Note: Those who had submitted their applications earlier
on the re- advertised posts are required to apply afresh.
Job Title: Senior Manager NASSEP, Cartography & Field Administration
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KNBS: Level 3
Ref: KNBS/ SMNCFA/6/2013
No. of
Posts: 1
Job Purpose: Reporting to the Director, Population and Social
Statistics, the holder of this office will be responsible for all professional
and technical issues/matters relating to the household – based sampling
frame(s); Cartography & GIS and Coordination of Field Administration.
Duties and Responsibilities:-
- Preparation, development and maintenance of
sampling frames for both household and establishment-based surveys;
- Providing Technical support in sampling to the
National Sampling frame;
- Developing of proposals for sample survey
methodologies at KNBS;
- Coordinating of activities in cartography and
GIS;
- Coordinating the Field Services (County
Statistics Offices) to ensure the devolved functions are fully
operationalised;
- Liaising with research & learning
institutions;
- Coordinating work plans and budget for the
Division;
- Ensuring that the activities of the Division
are documented on a continuous basis;
- Supervision and development of staff in the
relevant division;
- Any other duties as may be assigned by the
Director Population and Social Statistics.
Minimum Requirements:-
- Have a Masters Degree in any of the following
disciplines: Statistics /Applied Statistics or Mathematics;
- Have a Bachelors Degree in Statistics or
Mathematics or equivalent qualification from a recognized university;
- 10 (ten) years progressive track record in
statistical work in a key Public or Private Sector Institution, 4 (four)
of which must have been in a management position;
- 3 (three) years’ experience in the planning,
coordination and supervision of statistical activities and programmes such
as censuses and surveys undertaken within a Research or a Statistical
Institution(s);
- Experience in conducting research and
publications in relevant areas as evidenced by one journal paper;
- Knowledge of cartography, GIS and sampling;
- Knowledge in field operations;
- Excellent interpersonal & communication
skills;
- Team player with relevant leadership skills
and experience;
- Excellent skills in organizing & planning;
- Must meet requirements of Chapter Six of the
Constitution of Kenya.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit application
letters accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae using the given format (click here to download); provide daytime contacts and certified copies of
academic and professional certificates, transcripts, testimonials and National
ID/Passport.
Kindly note that failure to attach
the required documents will lead to disqualification.
The reference number for the post
applied for should be clearly marked on the envelope and addressed to:-
The Director General
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
P. O. Box 30266 – 00100
Herufi House, 1st Floor, Room 131
Nairobi
Applications must be received not
later than 26th September, 2014.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
KNBS is an equal opportunity
employer.
Female candidates and persons living
with disabilities are encouraged to apply