Statistician
2025-06-10T20:06:48+00:00
National Information Technology Authority - Uganda (NITA-U)
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Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former Lugogo bypass)
kampala
Kampala
00256
Uganda
Information Technology
Admin & Office
2025-06-18T17:00:00+00:00
Uganda
8
Job Purpose
To collect, store, analyse, interpret, and disseminate Information Technology data and translate it into knowledge that shall be used for planning, smart decision making, monitoring and evaluation, performance evaluation, and reporting.
Key Accountabilities
a) Identify National IT Data Requirements to inform policy, planning, and decision-making;
b) Design and implement a comprehensive IT Data Framework, including systems and tools for data collection, analysis, reporting, and dissemination.;
c) Plan and conduct national IT survey, IT Needs Assessments, Impact Assessments, and other Surveys in line with NITA-U mandate;
d) Prepare and present survey reports to stakeholders, ensuring clarity and relevance of insights;
e) Establish and maintain research collaborations with academic/other institutions to conduct research in IT.
f) Lead the development and maintenance of a National IT Database for centralized access to reliable IT data.
g) Compile periodic Statistical reports in line with NITA-U’s mandate and reporting requirements
h) Review, implement, monitor, and evaluate the NITA-U Strategic Plan for Statistics, ensuring alignment with the Plan for National Statistical Development (PNSD).
i) Coordinate responses to external research inquiries and provide technical support to internal supervisors and key stakeholders including Parliament, the Ministry of ICT & NG, civil society, academia, and industry.
j) Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
Position Requirements
Education
a) A Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics (B Stat) or Statistics & Economics (BSc. Stat/Econ), closely related qualification;
b) Postgraduate qualification and/or professional certification in statistics or a related area is an added advantage.
c) Membership in the Uganda Statistical Society or any other is an added advantage.
Experience
a) A Minimum of three (3) years’ experience coordinating research activities in a reputable Public or Private Organization;
Technical Expertise
a) Proficient in analytical thinking and problem-solving across social and policy research contexts.
b) Skilled in using statistical management tools (e.g., SPSS, STATA, Excel, R) for data analysis and visualization.
c) Strong stakeholder management capabilities- engaging with both internal and external
partners to align research outcomes with organizational objectives.
d) Excellent in documentation and report writing, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and strategic relevance.
Nature and Scope
Interpersonal Skills
b) Effective communication skills
c) Demonstrates an organized and methodical approach to tasks and project delivery.
d) Capable of using various systems, tools, and applications relevant to research and data management.
e) Actively seeks self-improvement and professional development opportunities.
Level of responsibility.
a) No direct supervision of others;
a) Identify National IT Data Requirements to inform policy, planning, and decision-making; b) Design and implement a comprehensive IT Data Framework, including systems and tools for data collection, analysis, reporting, and dissemination.; c) Plan and conduct national IT survey, IT Needs Assessments, Impact Assessments, and other Surveys in line with NITA-U mandate; d) Prepare and present survey reports to stakeholders, ensuring clarity and relevance of insights; e) Establish and maintain research collaborations with academic/other institutions to conduct research in IT. f) Lead the development and maintenance of a National IT Database for centralized access to reliable IT data. g) Compile periodic Statistical reports in line with NITA-U’s mandate and reporting requirements h) Review, implement, monitor, and evaluate the NITA-U Strategic Plan for Statistics, ensuring alignment with the Plan for National Statistical Development (PNSD). i) Coordinate responses to external research inquiries and provide technical support to internal supervisors and key stakeholders including Parliament, the Ministry of ICT & NG, civil society, academia, and industry. j) Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
) Effective communication skills c) Demonstrates an organized and methodical approach to tasks and project delivery. d) Capable of using various systems, tools, and applications relevant to research and data management. e) Actively seeks self-improvement and professional development opportunities.
a) A Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics (B Stat) or Statistics & Economics (BSc. Stat/Econ), closely related qualification; b) Postgraduate qualification and/or professional certification in statistics or a related area is an added advantage. c) Membership in the Uganda Statistical Society or any other is an added advantage. Experience a) A Minimum of three (3) years’ experience coordinating research activities in a reputable Public or Private Organization;
JOB-68489058d6494
Vacancy title:
Statistician
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Information Technology, Category: Admin & Office]
Jobs at:
National Information Technology Authority - Uganda (NITA-U)
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, June 18 2025
Duty Station:
Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former Lugogo bypass) | kampala | Kampala | Uganda
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 10 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Job Purpose
To collect, store, analyse, interpret, and disseminate Information Technology data and translate it into knowledge that shall be used for planning, smart decision making, monitoring and evaluation, performance evaluation, and reporting.
Key Accountabilities
a) Identify National IT Data Requirements to inform policy, planning, and decision-making;
b) Design and implement a comprehensive IT Data Framework, including systems and tools for data collection, analysis, reporting, and dissemination.;
c) Plan and conduct national IT survey, IT Needs Assessments, Impact Assessments, and other Surveys in line with NITA-U mandate;
d) Prepare and present survey reports to stakeholders, ensuring clarity and relevance of insights;
e) Establish and maintain research collaborations with academic/other institutions to conduct research in IT.
f) Lead the development and maintenance of a National IT Database for centralized access to reliable IT data.
g) Compile periodic Statistical reports in line with NITA-U’s mandate and reporting requirements
h) Review, implement, monitor, and evaluate the NITA-U Strategic Plan for Statistics, ensuring alignment with the Plan for National Statistical Development (PNSD).
i) Coordinate responses to external research inquiries and provide technical support to internal supervisors and key stakeholders including Parliament, the Ministry of ICT & NG, civil society, academia, and industry.
j) Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
Position Requirements
Education
a) A Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics (B Stat) or Statistics & Economics (BSc. Stat/Econ), closely related qualification;
b) Postgraduate qualification and/or professional certification in statistics or a related area is an added advantage.
c) Membership in the Uganda Statistical Society or any other is an added advantage.
Experience
a) A Minimum of three (3) years’ experience coordinating research activities in a reputable Public or Private Organization;
Technical Expertise
a) Proficient in analytical thinking and problem-solving across social and policy research contexts.
b) Skilled in using statistical management tools (e.g., SPSS, STATA, Excel, R) for data analysis and visualization.
c) Strong stakeholder management capabilities- engaging with both internal and external
partners to align research outcomes with organizational objectives.
d) Excellent in documentation and report writing, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and strategic relevance.
Nature and Scope
Interpersonal Skills
b) Effective communication skills
c) Demonstrates an organized and methodical approach to tasks and project delivery.
d) Capable of using various systems, tools, and applications relevant to research and data management.
e) Actively seeks self-improvement and professional development opportunities.
Level of responsibility.
a) No direct supervision of others;
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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