REPORTING TO:
Director of Statistics Authority
JOB PURPOSE
This is a specialist position with system wide responsibility for shaping statistical information and economic policies and monitoring the socio-economic indicators used to evaluate the economic out turn and quality of life. The purpose of this job is to provide professional support in the operation and management of a statistical information system that provides a comprehensive range of statistical products and services.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct a comprehensive analysis of the Turks and Caicos Islands Housing and Population Census and prepare the ‘Key Findings Report’
- Develop templates and guidelines for the census thematic reports, ensuring consistency and coherence across all reports.
- Collaborate with the Authority’s stakeholder agencies and subject matter experts in the preparation of the census thematic reports.
- Present the key findings and thematic findings to relevant stakeholders and incorporate feedback for finalization.
- Develop and update a census tabulation plan.
- Develop life tables based on available demographic data.
- Generate population projections using appropriate methodologies and data sources.
- Prepare the life tables and population projections.
- Contribute to statistical research and technical reports.
- Evaluate sources of information to determine any limitations in terms of reliability or usability.
- Evaluate the statistical methods and procedures used to obtain data in order to ensure validity, applicability, efficiency, and accuracy.
- Ensure that the international standards, guidelines or good practices are observed in the collection and compilation of statistics and indicators.
- Maintain standardized documentation of concepts, scope, classification, methodologies and procedures used in the collection and compilation of statistics and indicators.
- Assist with capacity building and training of the Authority’s staff.
- Assist with planning of Population and Housing Censuses
- Represent the Authority on committees, and at meetings, workshops and conferences locally and abroad.
- Assume responsibility for the Authority’s assets assigned for the execution of the duties of the substantive post.
- Perform any other relevant duties required for the effective functioning of the Authority.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in Demography, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics or related field.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experiences working in the field of demography or statistics
- Expertise in demographic analysis, life table construction and population projection methods
- Experience in handling demographic data and applying demographic models
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Technical report writing
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Supervisory experience
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong analytical, quantitative and critical thinking skills
- Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, STATA and SPSS or other relevant statistical software
- Highly disciplined and effective team player
- Able to handle multiple and complex tasks and meet strict deadlines
COMPENSATION:
SALARY: $72,000 per annum
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Interested persons should submit a resume with current contact information which must be accompanied by a Cover Letter and two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the Passport photo page, National Turks & Caicos Islander Status Card (where applicable). Shortlisted candidates must submit a Police Certificate.
Applications can be hand-delivered directly to the Statistics Authority, South Base, Grand Turk. The application should be addressed to The Director – Statistics Authority in a sealed envelope and should have the words “Statistician” marked at the front.
Alternatively, applications can be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The subject line in the email should read “Demographer Application”.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 7th March, 2024
