Vacancies With Kenya National Bureau of Statistics

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.

It also oversees the coordination, supervision and development of programmes within the National Statistical System.

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following positions:-


Senior Manager, Coordination of National Statistical System
KNBS: Level 3
Ref: KNBS/ SMNSS/1/2013
No. of Posts: 1

Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Strategy & Development. An officer in this level will be in charge of Coordination of National Statistical System and shall be responsible for the coordination of the National Statistical System (NSS) which includes government Ministries and agencies who produces official statistics, data suppliers and data users.

Key Responsibilities
    Preparation and updating the national Statistical Systems (NSS) work plan in line with KNBS Strategic plan;
    Coordinating the NSS and providing technical support required by benefiting institution in the activities of the National Statistical System with regard to production of official statistics;
    Monitoring activities of the National Statistical System with regard to production of official statistics;
    Ensuring best practice on Standard and Measurements in the production of Statistics;
    Reviewing standards and mechanisms for promoting and use of international best practice and methods in the production and dissemination of statistical information across the NSS;
    Carry out international bench marking and best practice in areas of statistical development;
    Liaising with universities and other research institution on pertinent issues requiring research;
    Coordinating quarterly meeting for users and producers of official statistics;
    Any other assignment given by the Director, Strategy and Development;

Requirements for Appointment
    Be a holder of an Msc in Applied Statistics or MA in Economics from a recognized university;
    Have substantial strategic and budgetary management experience;
    Have demonstrable success in change and project management, including managing a diverse range of services in a coordinated way towards achieving corporate objectives;
    Be familiar with applied statistical concepts , practices, and procedures;
    Have at least 10 years progressive track record,5 of which must have been in leadership and management in key Public or Private Sector Institutions relating to research;
    Have a working knowledge and experience on handling and coordinating projects funded by Development Partners;
Applicants should submit application letters accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae using the given format, provide daytime contacts and 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:-

T he 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 8 th February, 2013 . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kenya National Bureau Of Statistics is an equal opportunity employer