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, Agriculture Statistics (Production)
KNBS: Level
7
Ref: KNBS/ SAASP/18/2016
No. of Posts: 1
Job Purpose: Reporting
to the Senior Officer, Agriculture Statistics the Statistical Assistant,
Agriculture Statistics will be responsible for Data collection.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare Checklist of agricultural
establishments;
- Organizing for Dispatch of agricultural
questionnaires to establishments and farms;
- Editing and validating agricultural data;
- Conducting follow-ups with a view to obtaining
statistical returns;
- Updating of responses in the master list; and
- Any other duties as may be assigned by the
Senior Officer, Agriculture Statistics.
Requirements for Appointment
- Diploma in Statistics OR Ten (10) years’
experience as an Enumerator, OR Certificate in Statistics from a
recognized institution with three (3) years progressive track record in
statistical work in a public or a key private sector institution;
- Must possess basic computer skills;
- Must be able to work in a collaborative team
environment;
- Must demonstrate good communication and inter
personal skills;
- 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.
