Information TechnologyFull-TimeSenior-level(6+ yrs)
Job Description
The Senior Manager, Social Statistics reports to the Director, Population and Social Statistics. The job holder is responsible for planning, implementing, coordinating, and monitoring activities in the Social Statistics Division. This role is pivotal in ensuring the collection and analysis of high-quality data across various social sectors including education, health, gender, and governance.
Key Responsibilities
Designing and implementing survey programmes in the areas of Education, Health, Gender and Governance, Peace and Security Statistics.
Coordinating the design, development and review of administrative data collection instruments in areas of Education, Health, Gender and Governance, Peace and Security Statistics.
Coordinating the collection, compilation and analysis of Education Statistics; Health Statistics; Gender Statistics; and Governance, Peace and Security Statistics.
Coordinating development of concept papers and proposals for the overall technical development of Social Statistics.
Coordinating the provision of indicators for monitoring social sector performance.
Establishing, maintaining and deploying appropriate systems for measuring and evaluating data quality of Social Statistics.
Monitoring and assessing quality of Statistics produced by data producers.
Monitoring statistical trends of national, regional and international Social Statistics.
Developing, maintaining and updating Social Statistics databases.
Producing and providing Social Statistics relating to international and regional agencies that Kenya is party to; and data subscribers/users.
Writing and submitting technical reports on specific subject(s).
Ensuring that statistical standards and methods are maintained.
Managing and developing staff within the Division.
Undertaking any other duties lawfully assigned by the supervisor.
Remuneration and Terms
Monthly Remuneration:
Basic Salary: Kshs. 169,380 - Kshs. 236,460
House Allowance: Kshs. 50,000
Commuter Allowance: Kshs. 20,000
Extraneous Allowance: Kshs 30,000
Terms of Employment: Permanent and Pensionable
Requirements for Appointment
Must have served in the grade of Manager, Statistics or equivalent position for a minimum period of three (3) years.
Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, or any related qualifications from a recognized institution.
Must have a Master's Degree in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, 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 any other related qualifications from a recognized institution.
Must be proficient in ICT skills.
Must have analytical, financial and human resource management skills.
Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment.
How to Apply
Applicants should fill and submit hard copies of the Open Advert Employment Application form Ref. KNBS/F/93/29 accompanied by:
A Cover letter
National Identity card/Passport copy
Curriculum Vitae
Certified Copies of academic, Professional and other relevant certificates
Transcripts and all other testimonials
Deliver the application to the Human Resource Office, 4th Floor Real Towers.
The reference number for the position applied for (Ref: KNBS/SMS/15/2026) should be clearly marked on the envelope and addressed to:
The Director GeneralKenya National Bureau of StatisticsP.O. Box 30266-00100Real Towers, Upper Hill, 4th floorHospital Road, Nairobi
Applications must be received not later than 24th February 2026.
