Manager - Labour and Prices Statistics

Ref: KNBS/MLPS/11/2022

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Labour and Price Statistics, the jobholder will be responsible for planning and implementing activities in the Labour and Price Statistics Division. 

Key responsibilities

• Collecting, analyzing, generating, maintaining databases and disseminating
• Labour Statistics on employment and unemployment;
• Participating in the production of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and inflation rates;
• Compiling Harmonized Consumer Price Indices (COMESA & EAC);
• Compiling International Comparison Prices;
• Participating in the production of data on Leading Economic Indicators;
• Participating in market prices survey for commonly used goods and services;
• Collecting and compiling farm gate prices;
• Participating in the generation of Labour Productivity statistics;
• Participating in the production of real estate price statistics;
• Participating in the production of Economic Survey report on employment and earnings;
• Producing Annual Statistical Abstract Tables related to Labour;
• Responding to data requests in all Labour related statistics;
• Preparing sectional work plans and related budgets;
• Implementing performance management activities;
• Supervising and managing staff within the Section;
• Undertaking any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements for Appointment

• Must have served in the grade of Assistant Manager, Statistics (Level 5) or equivalent position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
• Must have a Bachelor Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Statistics; Mathematics; Economics or any other related qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Must have a Master Degree in any of the following disciplines:- Statistics; Mathematics; Economics or any other related qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Must have a Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Program
• (SLDP) lasting not less than six (6) weeks or related qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Must have a Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution;
• Must have Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Must have analytical, financial and human resource management skills;
• Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment.

Monthly Remuneration: 
Basic Salary: Kshs. 133,260 - Kshs. 189,960 
House Allowance: Kshs. 40,000 
Commuter Allowance: Kshs. 16,000 
Extraneous Allowance: Kshs 20,000

Method of Application

All applicants must meet the requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and submit the following documents: -

• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority;
• Certificate from Credit Reference Bureau;
• A current Certificate of Good conduct;
• Clearance Certificate from HELB;
• Clearance from EACC;
• National identity card/passport.

Interested and qualified individuals are required to fill and submit a copy of the Employment Application form Ref. KNBS/F/93/29 which is available on the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics website; www.knbs.or.ke accompanied by copies of academic, professional and other relevant certificates, transcripts, testimonials and National ID/Passport.

Scanned applications can be sent to [email protected]. The reference number for the post applied for should be clearly marked and addressed to:-

The Director General;

Kenya National Bureau of Statistics;

P. O. Box 30266 – 00100;

Real Towers, Upper Hill;

4th Floor, Human Resource office

NAIROBI

Applications must be received not later than 3rd May 2022 and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 
KNBS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.