The scope of work for this position as stated below, involves providing leadership for the conduct of surveys by USAID/Ghana METSS. This includes work extending from constructing the framework and methodology (sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing) to collecting, analyzing, interpreting and reporting statistical results comprehensibly to those who will use them. In addition, create statistical databases, tables and figures for formal presentation to USAID/Ghana and its partners.

Specific tasks will include the following:

•   Recommend and subsequently develop the statistical methodology to gather,, analyze, interpret, and report population-based data on household poverty, food security and nutrition status of women and children.
•   Prepare a documented protocol for all stages of the survey from sampling to presentation of reports,
•   Coordinate all processes directed at the collection and analysis of reliable -survey data and provide technical assistance in statistical analysis to the USAID/METSS staff.
•   Arrange data in spreadsheets to perform estimations and analyze and interpret statistics to provide overview of findings.
•   Interpret data for USAID/Ghana's Economic Growth Office use for program decisions, as well as communicate survey findings for sector-wide distribution and use to guide policy formulation.
•   Identify previous studies for comparison.
•   Identify data quality issues and recommend the best course of action to address them, serving as a technical point-of-contact for ensuring data integrity

Qualification Required & Experience

•   PhD or Masters in biostatistics, Mathematics, Economics or Statistics with at least five years' working experience in a similar position.
•   Ability to design and implement statistical research studies and conduct statistical analysis of research data, exhibiting adequate proficiency in statistics procedure for sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, preparation and interpretation of statistical reports.
•   Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail and data accuracy.
•   Proficiency in analytical and statistical software packages such as SAS, Strata, Matlab, Eviews
•   Knowledge of complex survey analysis, linear, and non-linear optimization techniques, process simulation techniques, and experimental design are a strong plus.
•   Strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written) and relationship management with a focus on working effectively in a team environment.
•   Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio).
•   Ability to present and convey results of analyses to various audiences

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants must submit Curriculum Vitae, Salary History, three references and a cover letter which addresses the requirement of position to:-

recruit@metssghana.org

Closing Date: 23 June, 2014

Note: Insert the Position of interest in the subject line of the e-mail.