Objective of the position
To provide strategic leadership, technical and operational direction for the implementation of the programmes and activities related to the Operations Directorate.

Duties and Responsibilities

•   Provides professional leadership and direction in the planning, programming and implementation of activities within the framework of the GSS Corporate Plan and the national strategy for the development of statistics
•   Directs the collection and compilation of social, demographic and economic data from all sources
•   Supervises the updating and reproduction of maps and supporting materials, the maintenance of sampling frame/registers
•   Supervises the analysis of social, demographic and economic statistics for publication, dissemination and storage
•   Prepares and submits quarterly, annual and other periodic reports on the Operations Divisions to the Government Statistician
•   Manages the development and implementation of an outreach and public information and statistical literacy campaign; serving as an effective spokesperson for the Service and establishing collaborations and partnerships with key officials at all levels, within and beyond the national statistical system
•   Assesses the data needs of stakeholders periodically and develops programmes and strategies to address data gaps and other systemic deficiencies
•   Supports the management of inter-agency technical advisory committees for the promotion of harmonized concepts and definitions, adoption of common methods and procedures, and maintenance of standardized classifications
•   Ensures compliance with the UN Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics and the African Charter of Statistics within the national statistical system
•   Coordinates the provision of data to national, regional and international bodies and individuals

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, and Demography/Population Studies.
•   A minimum of eight years’ post-PhD qualification work experience in the relevant fields in a reputable institution, five years of which must be in a senior management position.
•   Membership of a relevant professional association/body will be an advantage.

Competencies and Skills

•   Good leadership, networking, mentoring and management skills
•   Probing and analytical thinking ability
•   Good communication and presentation skills
•   Adaptability and flexibility to change
•   Knowledge of Computer Science and Information Technology would be an added advantage
•   Knowledge of the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651), Financial Administration Act, 2003 (Act 654), Internal Audit Agency Act, 2003 (Act 658) and the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants are to submit the following, in addition to an application letter:

•   Six (6) copies of detailed curriculum vitae with contact telephone numbers, e-mail address and three referees;
•   Six  (6) copies of a two page vision statement for the (GSS);
•   Six  (6) copies of a brief statement of job regulations in current/latest post; and
•   Other relevant information

Applications (in sealed envelopes marked at the top left corner with the corresponding number of the position being applied for) with a Curriculum Vitae including names and addresses of three  referees, should reach the address below:

The Secretary
Public Services Commission
P. O. BOX GP1618
Accra

Closing Date: 12 October, 2013