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.
It also oversees the
coordination, supervision and development of programmes within the National
Statistical System.
Job Title: Statistical Assistant, Population and Social
Statistics
KNBS: Level 7
Ref: KNBS/ SAPSS/19/2016
No. of Posts: 34
Job Purpose: Reporting to the Senior Officer, Population Statistics / County
Statistical Officer, the Statistical Assistant will be assisting in the
implementation of county activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Data
collection;
- Preparation of
data summaries;
- Data entry and
editing;
- Preparation of
Field Survey Reports;
- Any other
duties assigned by the County Statistical Officer.
Requirements for Appointment
- Must have a
Diploma in Statistics, Economics or related qualification from a
recognized institution OR: Certificate in Statistics from a recognized
institution with 3 (three) years progressive track record in statistical
work in a public or a key private sector institution;
- Must possess
basic computer skills;
- Must have good
communication and inter personal skills;
- Must be able to
work in a collaborative team environment;
- Must meet the
requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
How to Apply
Applicants should fill and
submit hard copies of the employment application form Ref. 93-1-6 which is
available HERE on the KNBS website www.knbs.or.ke accompanied by copies of
academic, professional and other relevant certificates, transcripts and
testimonials.
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 102
Nairobi
Applications must be received
not later than 29th September, 2016 and only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
Director General
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics is an equal opportunity employer.
