Statistician

Singapore Department of Statistics (DOS); Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development and training

Flexible working arrangements

Market competitive benefits

Job summary

A government statistical agency in Singapore is seeking a Statistician to handle data gathering and statistical analysis. This role involves managing large datasets, developing systems to optimize statistical processes, and providing insights for policy-making. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and communication abilities with knowledge in Economics, Mathematics, or related fields. The position offers development opportunities and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Possess knowledge or experience in relevant quantitative fields.
• Strong analytical skills for data compilation and analysis.
• Good communication and ability to work in teams.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for data gathering and statistical analysis.
• Manage and analyse large datasets for insights.
• Develop new systems to support statistical requirements.

Skills

Knowledge in Economics

Mathematics

Statistics

Data Analytics

Computer Science

Data Science

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

As a Statistician, you will be responsible for the data gathering and compilation of statistics in one or more specific fields, conduct statistical research and analysis, and develop new systems and indicators to support users' statistical requirements.

What you will be working on

You will also be involved in managing, analysing and making sense of large amounts of data from various sources, to optimise statistical processes and derive more insights from the data to support policy-making.

What we are looking for

• Possess knowledge or experience in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Accountancy, Actuarial Science and/or subjects with substantial quantitative content (e.g., regression, analytics, modelling, forecasting)
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to learn and apply relevant statistical and analytical tools and techniques for data compilation and analysis
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Able to work well both independently and as a member of a team

Development Opportunities and Benefits

• DOS believes in the career development and training of our staff to bring out their best potential at work
• You will be equipped with skills and subject matter know-how via in-house and external learning and development opportunities. You will also be exposed to different statistical work via our structured job rotation programme.
• DOS offers attractive and market competitive benefits which include mid-year & year-end variable payments and market adjustment component.
• To support your personal needs, DOS also provides for flexible working arrangements including hybrid work and staggered working hours.