Statistician (Statistics)
Quick answer
FAO is hiring a Statistician (Statistics) in Rome, Italy, to develop and implement agricultural censuses and surveys, with a fixed-term appointment of two years.
- Role
- Statistician (Statistics)
- Organization
- Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Other
The role
The position involves developing and implementing agricultural censuses and surveys, providing technical support to countries, and contributing to the FAO's World Programme for the Census of Agriculture (WCA).
What you'll do
- Develop and update conceptual, methodological and operational guidelines for agricultural censuses and surveys
- Provide technical support to national institutions in applying statistical methods to large farm datasets
- Coordinate the preparation and delivery of training and dissemination materials on agricultural censuses and surveys
- Support the World Programme for the Census of Agriculture (WCA) and FAO's Agricultural Survey programme
- Coordinate the organization, conduct and follow-up of meetings, consultations and conferences
- Support the mobilization of extra-budgetary resources in support of the implementation of agricultural censuses and surveys
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, or a related field
- Seven years of relevant experience in the compilation and analysis of food and agricultural statistics
- Working knowledge of English and intermediate knowledge of another FAO official language
- Strong command of statistical methods
- Experience in agricultural survey methodology
- Experience in microdata dissemination and knowledge of statistical disclosure control methods
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Dependency allowances, rental subsidy, education grant for children, home leave travel, 30 working days of annual leave per year, pension fund entitlements, international health insurance, optional life insurance, disability protection
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Rome, Italy.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in statistics, mathematics, economics, or a related field, and seven years of relevant experience in the compilation and analysis of food and agricultural statistics.
How do I apply?
To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile and submit the application well before the deadline date.
What is the work schedule?
The work schedule is not specified in the job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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