The Ghana Statistical Service invites applications from suitably qualified Ghanaians, who are goal-oriented,result-driven with exceptional leadership qualities for appointment to the under-mentioned position:

Job Purpose:
To provide strategic leadership, technical and administrative direction for the achievement of the overall mandate of the Service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Advises the Government and the Ghana Statistical Service Governing Board on all matters relating to statistics.
•   Coordinates statistical information within the National Statistical System (NSS).
•   Collaborates and builds relationships with government and other stakeholders in carrying out the mandate of the Service.
•   Coordinates the collection, compilation, analysis, publication and dissemination of statistical information relating to the commercial, industrial, agricultural, social, financial, economic and other activities and conditions of residents of Ghana.
•   Conducts statistical surveys, including any census in Ghana.
•   Organises a co-ordinated scheme of economic and social statistics relating to Ghana.
•   Promotes the effective use of statistics and stimulates research activities in all fields of application of statistics.
•   Develops and maintains a national, social and economic database.
•   Initiates action for the formulation,implementation and monitoring of policies and programmes of the Service.
•   Provides strategic direction and ensures the efficient supervision, and coordination of both the technical and administrative activities of the Service for the achievement of its objectives, the Governing Board.
•   Exercises oversight responsibility for the efficient and effective management of the resources (human, material, financial) of the Service.
•   Ensures the performance appraisal of staff of the Service according to laid down rules and regulations.
•   Submits annual and other periodic reports on the Service's activities to the Governing Board.
•   Represents the Service at local and international levels on matters concerning the Service's developmental projects and operations.
•   Serves as an ex-official member of the Governing Board.

Terms of Appointment:

•   The appointment is for an initial period of four (4) years, renewable upon satisfactory performance. Duty post is in Accra, Ghana.
•   Applicants must be eligible and capable of serving a full term of four (4) years before attaining the compulsory retiring age of sixty (60) years.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of a PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, and Demography/Population Studies.
•   A minimum of 10 years' post-PhD qualification work experience in the field of Statistics, Mathematics, Economics and Demography/Population Studies in a reputable institution, 8 years of which must be in a senior management position.
•   Membership of a relevant professional association/body will be an advantage.
•   Must pass a competitive selection interview conducted by the Public Services Commission in consultation with the Board.

In-Service Entry:

•   At least 5 years in the grade of Deputy Government Statistician
•   Must have a satisfactory Staff Performance Assessment Report ,
•   Must pass a competitive selection interview conducted by the Public Services Commission in consultation with the Board

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
•   Good knowledge in statistical computing
•   Creativity and innovation
•   Knowledge in Labour Act

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 (3) referees;
•   Six (6) copies of a two-page vision statement for the (GSS);
•   Six (6) copies of a brief statement of job responsibilities in current/latest post; and
•   Other relevant information
•   Qualified females and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The application should be addressed to:

THE SECRETARY
THE GHANA
STATISTICAL SERVICE
GOVERNING BOARD
GHANA STATISTICAL SERVICE
P. O. BOX GP 1098
ACCRA

Closing Date: 28 March, 2016