JOB PURPOSE
Under the general direction of the Director, Data Analysis and Design (SOG/ST 8), the Senior Statistician (SOG/ST 7) is responsible for the design and implementation of systems and procedures geared towards efficient collection, initial tabulation, and analysis of agricultural data and information.
Responsibility is also exercised for applying statistical methodologies to a wide range of problems and for developing and maintaining databases covering matters relevant to the Ministry and in support of long-term planning and strategic development.
KEY OUTPUTS
- Data collection procedures, tabulation, and analysis of agricultural information established and implemented.
- Statistical databases developed.
- Statistical techniques and methodologies applied.
- Status reports provided.
- Information on data maintained.
- Random and non-random surveys, trials, experiments, and censuses designed.
- Recommendations and technical advice provided.
- Reports on findings prepared.
- Effective dialogue and working relationships facilitated with stakeholders
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Management/Administrative
- Participates in the development and implementation of the strategic vision for the Branch.
- Participates in the establishment of priorities, objectives, and goal-setting activities to ensure the achievement of targets.
- Keeps abreast of current developments in the assigned areas of responsibility to guide the work of the Branch.
- Participates/attends meetings, seminars, conferences, workshops, and other fora.
- Represents the Director at selected conferences, meetings, and on various committees.
- Prepares and submits reports and project documents.
- Develops and formalizes working relationships with internal and external partners.
- Maintains customer service principles, standards, and measurements;
- Identifies and incorporates the interests and needs of customers in business process design
Technical and Professional Responsibilities
- Analyzes, tabulates, and presents statistical information for storage in a statistical database and for inclusion in reports and summaries.
- Organizes, participates in, and ensures the collection of agricultural information and data.
- Provides statistical advice in the development of policies and programs.
- Applies statistical methods to solve problems.
- Participates in the development of objectives, work schedules, and plans for the Unit;
- Designs experiments, trials, or surveys to produce the required data.
- Analyses, tabulates, and presents statistical information for storage in statistical databases and for inclusion in reports and summaries.
- Participates in the maintenance of quality control systems and procedures for data management.
- Participates in data collection for surveys and censuses;
- Designs, implements, and conducts studies on the Livestock, Traditional and Domestic crop sub-sectors to gather information relating to:
- quarterly and annual production;
- livestock and poultry production;
- problems encountered in the industries;
- likely periods of glut and shortage.
- Compiles data on fifty-eight (58) domestic crops to include broad categories of legumes, vegetables, fruits, cereals, and spices.
- Compiles FAO questionnaire periodically to provide information on production of fruit trees, fertilizer usage, and domestic crop production.
- Applies statistical techniques to the data collected.
- Provides current statistical data on existing projects and programs that will inform a variety of decisions.
- Determines adequacy of existing statistical system and makes improvements as necessary.
- With the aid of mathematical techniques and software, analyzes data, interprets results, and indicates reliability of findings, including forecasting trends through the use of techniques such as modelling.
- Evaluates sources of information to determine any limitations concerning reliability and usability.
- Utilizes databases and information sources to meet internal and external statistical needs.
- Represents the Division at meetings, seminars, workshops, and conferences locally and overseas.
- Prepares scheduled and statistical reports as required.
- Keeps abreast of best practices and developments in the field.
Other Responsibilities
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Director/Principal Director from time to time.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- Data collection processes and procedures are effectively instituted in a timely manner and meet the required standards.
- Databases developed and accurately updated in keeping with the required standards and agreed timeframes.
- Sound statistical techniques and methodologies applied to data collected and presented within a specified timeframe.
- Status reports are accurate, comprehensive, inspected monthly, and submitted within the required timeframe and format.
- Data information and findings are accurate and updated in a timely manner.
- Surveys, trials, censuses, and experiments are designed and conducted successfully within the agreed timeframe.
- Recommendations and technical advice are accurate, well researched and provided within the agreed timeframe.
- Reports and findings are comprehensive, well written encompassing recommendations and other options, in accordance with required standards, format and submitted within the required timeframe.
- Excellent relations are established and maintained with stakeholders.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Core
- Excellent teamwork and cooperation skills
- Excellent analytical thinking skills
- Excellent oral communication skills
- Excellent written communication skills
- Excellent planning and organizing skills
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills.
- Good presentation and creative skills
- Ability to use initiative and exercise good judgment
Technical
- Excellent research, collaborative, and consultation skills.
- Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the Ministry
- Sound Knowledge of statistical methodology, survey design and implementation.
- Excellent knowledge and ability to use numerous data analysis software including Excel, SPSS and Geo-stats etc.
- Sound understanding of statistical terms and concepts.
- Good knowledge of database development and management.
- Good knowledge of writing technical reports.
- Good knowledge of statistical regulations and standards.
- Demonstrated ability to employ statistical modelling and statistical packages to analyze data.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences
- Good working knowledge of Statistical Software.
PLUS
- Three (3) years working experience in the analysis and interpretation of agricultural information.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB
- Work will be conducted in an office equipped with standard office equipment and specialized software. The environment is fast-paced with ongoing interactions with critical stakeholders and meeting tight deadlines which will result in high degrees of pressure, on occasions.
- Required to travel to attend conferences, seminars, and meetings.
- Position involves fieldwork.
AUTHORITY
- Recommends specific trials and studies
- Recommends policies and procedures
- Recommends the movement of appropriate resources.
Please note that we thank all for responding, but only short-listed applicants will be contacted
