Central Statistics Office
General Information
Central Statistics Office Baghdad
Background Information about Host Institution
The Central Statistics Office (CSO) uses migration-related data to prepare progress reports on development goals and formulate related policy. The CSO has focal points in other ministries engaged in migration data collection. The CSO is a member of the migration Technical Working Group, which seeks to strengthen migration governance in Iraq.
Migration trends are a growing area of policy interest in Iraq following the displacement of people from areas affected by the conflict with ISIS. As recovery and reconstruction begins and Iraq prepares to undertake a new census, there is need to make greater use of existing migration data. The CSO works closely with the Ministry of Planning in this area.
Position Information
Trade Statistician at the Central Statistics Office in Baghdad
Duration of assignment: 3 months
Objectives of Assignment
The assignment will support the Central Statistics Office (CSO) in updating and designing electronic programs for survey forms on the following topics:
- Internal trade
- Modern restaurant
- Street vendors
- Tourist spending
Output/Deliverables
- Electronic programs for survey forms
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Same as above
Competencies
A. Behavioural:
- Strong communication and leadership skills, creativity for problem-solving
B. Technical:
- Strong general knowledge of statistics
Education and Experience
Qualifications and Knowledge:
- University degree, master or higher degree statistics or related areas
- 5 years experience with statistics-related work
Language Requirements
- Arabic required
- English highly desirable