Statistician (Quality Assurance)
Job Description - Statistician (Quality Assurance) (2403029)Job PostingDate: 30/Sep/2024Closure DateDate: 21/Oct/2024, 9:59:00 PMOrganizational Unit: ESSJob TypeStaff positionType of Requisition: ProfessionalPrimary LocationItaly-RomeDuration: Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extensionPost Number: 2006271CCOG Code: 1M02IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems. Organizational SettingThe Statistics Division (ESS) develops and advocates for the implementation of methodologies and standards for data collection, validation, processing and analysis, in the food and agriculture statistics domains.
The incumbent will work in Data Quality Unit within the Statistics Division. Reporting LinesThe Statistician (Quality Assurance) reports to the Senior Statistician, Team Leader of the ESS Data Quality Unit. Technical FocusSupports the quality assurance and management efforts of the Division, particularly in:The enhancement of the quality of data produced and disseminated by FAO. Data and statistical quality assurance, management and monitoring. Development and implementation of statistical standards, policies, tools, procedures and methods. Key ResultsResearch and analysis of information, data and statistics, statistical methods, statistical and econometric modelling. Key FunctionsCollects, reviews, processes and analyses key indicators. Develops improved technical, statistical and analytical tools. Conducts research, data collection, validation, analysis and reporting. Produces a variety of technical reports and provides input in technical documents. Provides capacity development services, including planning and organizing training workshops. Specific FunctionsSupports the quality of the statistics produced and disseminated by FAO. Contributes to the implementation of corporate statistical policies and standards. Participates in the establishment and implementation of quality assurance mechanisms. CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWINGMinimum RequirementsAdvanced university degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, agricultural economics, or a related field. Five years of relevant experience in the compilation and analysis of food and agricultural statistics. Working knowledge of English and limited knowledge of another FAO official language. Technical/Functional SkillsWork experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable. GENERAL INFORMATIONExtension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds. FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment. HOW TO APPLYTo apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
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