Principal Agriculture Statistician Officer (Ministry of Agriculture)

The position is responsible to successfully provide key strategic coordination and policy advice with the timely production, analysis and dissemination of high – agricultural statistics in accordance with established statistical methodologies and standards to support the Agriculture sector. 

Key Responsibilities

The position will achieve its purpose through the following key duties:

1. Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Agriculture and Rural Statistics Unit, including staff supervision, planning, budgeting, and contribution to organizational change and policy direction.

2. Assist the Chief Agriculture Economist in calculating and determining key economic and social indicators relevant to the agriculture crop and livestock sectors.

3. Plan, prepare and execute the efficient, timely, and cost-effective agricultural censuses/surveys.

4. Identify, analyze, and disseminate agricultural statistical data in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with established standards and addressing stakeholder needs.

5. Provide timely analysis, compilation and dissemination of high quality agriculture statistics, reporting of agricultural productions and trade statistics.

6. Support the development of key economic and social indicators and prepare strategic policy papers, briefs, and high-level advice to inform government decisions and agreements.

7. Maintain strong engagement and consultation with key stakeholders in agricultural statistics.

8. Coordinate submission of relevant reports, planning documents, maintain statistical databases, returns and supervision of staff as required.

9.  Actively contribute to corporate outcomes, undertake additional responsibilities as when required by Senior Management, foster change management, follows financial and human resource management guidelines, supervision of staff, budgeting, training and awareness, planning, provide policy advice and regulations, principles, and uphold integrity and standards in all aspects of work. 

Knowledge & Experience

1. 1. At least ten (10) years of relevant work experience, including a minimum of five (5) years in a supervisory role involving staff, financial and resource management, with demonstrated experience in leading change within a diverse organization.
2. 2. Comprehensive working knowledge and experience on statistical development, statistical software and tools, strategic policy, data agriculture statistics and information systems, project management and supply chain, stakeholder’s consultation, multilateral development and negotiations.
3. 3. Proven ability to deliver high-quality analytical reports and policy feedback within required timelines to support evidence-based decision-making
4. 4. Established significant supervisory experience in managing staffs, financial and physical resources and implementing change in a diverse organisation.
5. 5. Sound knowledge of relevant policies and legislations, Acts, Fijian (2013) Constitution.

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Demonstrated outstanding quantitative and critical thinking skills to support evidence-based decision-making.
2. 2. Proven leadership in managing high-performing teams, driving innovation, and delivering results in complex, resource-constrained environments, while promoting continuous improvement and staff accountability.
3. 3. Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and service-oriented skills, with the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders, and make confident, sound decisions.
4. 4. Deep commitment to social, economic, and environmental policy objectives, with the ability to solve complex organizational problems with creativity and resilience
5. 5. Proficient in using statistical and operational software tools to support data management and program delivery in sensitive and high-pressure environments.
6. 6. Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information, with a strong work ethic.

Additional Information

Applicants for employment must be Fijian Citizens, under Age 60, in sound health, with a clear police record. The successful applicant will be required to provide a medical certificate and police clearance as a condition of employment for substantive appointment.

Contact Information

For further information, please contact the Post Processing Unit within the Human Resources Development & Services Division on 323 7364 or 323 7353.