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

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

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Perform sampling  for different types of studies

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Hypothesis testing (Parametric and Non-parametric)

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

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

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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

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Creative use of statistical methods to solve client issues

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Ability to work with minimum supervision

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Timely and accurate delivery of statistical results

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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

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At least 3 years working experience in a similar organization

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Advanced knowledge in classical  and emerging statistical methods

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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

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Advanced knowledge of SPSS Syntax Programming language is a MUST

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Should be knowledgeable on relevant analytics in Market  & Social Research

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Knowledge of the Uganda National Statistical System is vital

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Ability to explain complex statistical phenomena to non-statisticians

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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