Saturday 11 February 2012

Careers at Synovate Uganda

Job Title: Statistician [1 position]
Job Description
Ipsos-Synovate is the prime source of holistic market information services that enhance planning and decision making in the Private, NGO and Public Sectors across sub-Saharan Africa. We are an integrated media research & media monitoring, social and market research company providing evidence and insights which inform and advise on a wide range of business & social issues.

Statistician [1 position]

The Role:
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Collection statistical information crucial for specific research purposes


Work closely with the Lead Statistician in Sub Saharan Africa to implement standard and proprietary statistical methods


Perform sampling  for different types of studies


Hypothesis testing (Parametric and Non-parametric)


Advanced statistical analysis (Multiple Regression, logistic regression, factor analysis, discriminant analysis, CHAID)


Advise research executives on appropriate statistics/analytics to be used in proposals and reports


Represents the Statistical Office at meetings and technical committee

Key Performance indicators (KPIs)
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Ability to execute duties within 1 month of employment


Creative use of statistical methods to solve client issues


Ability to work with minimum supervision


Timely and accurate delivery of statistical results


Demonstrate superior problem solving skills

Knowledge & Skills
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A bachelors degree in Statistics or  any Social Science degree with over 180hrs of Statistics and Quantitative methods courses


At least 3 years working experience in a similar organization


Advanced knowledge in classical  and emerging statistical methods


Knowledge of SPSS software and its modules. Knowledge of STATA or SAS will be an added advantage. Additionally advanced knowledge of how to use MS-Excel and other MS-Office products is crucial


Advanced knowledge of SPSS Syntax Programming language is a MUST


Should be knowledgeable on relevant analytics in Market  & Social Research


Knowledge of the Uganda National Statistical System is vital


Ability to explain complex statistical phenomena to non-statisticians


Good oral and written presentation skills


How to Apply
If you are this person, then you are right for us and we are right for you!

This is a challenging opportunity for dedicated and highly motivated professionals, with a strong commitment to Ipsos-Synovate’s values. If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit/e-mail a CV and a covering letter explaining why you are interested in specified position to careers-ug@synovate.com.

Applications will not be considered if covering letter is not attached.
 Deadline for all applications: 17th February 2012, 5pm.

Synovate Uganda. Plot 32 Nakasero Rd. P.O Box 21571, Kampala-Uganda. Tel:              (+256)41237990/1      . Fax:(+256)41347195. www.ipsos.com I www.synovate.com