Posted Jul 13, 2026 127 views
The Statistician / Sampling Specialist at Poverty Eradication Initiative (PEI) leads the statistical sampling and survey design efforts to support data-driven initiatives aimed at reducing poverty. This role demands advanced expertise in statistical analysis and sampling techniques, guiding the design, execution, and evaluation of surveys that inform critical program decisions. The specialist applies knowledge of survey methodology and stratified sampling to ensure the highest quality and accuracy of data collection and interpretation. With over 12 years of experience, the candidate must hold a Master of Science degree in Statistics and demonstrate proficiency with statistical analysis software.
In this leadership role, the specialist manages a team of 20 professionals, coordinating activities to meet project timelines and quality standards. The position requires the ability to collaborate across departments to optimize survey frameworks and develop innovative sampling solutions. The Statistician / Sampling Specialist plays a key role in enhancing the organization's data infrastructure and contributes to advancing the overall goals of poverty eradication through rigorous and reliable statistical practices.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement advanced sampling plans and survey methodologies tailored to project objectives.
- Lead the application of statistical analysis software to perform complex data sampling and interpret results.
- Manage and mentor a team of 20 staff members, fostering skill development and ensuring high-quality output.
- Coordinate with other teams within the organization to align sampling strategies with program requirements and goals.
- Ensure adherence to statistical standards and best practices in all phases of survey and sampling operations.
- Evaluate and refine existing sampling techniques such as stratified sampling to improve data representativeness and accuracy.
- Analyze survey data to provide actionable insights that support poverty eradication initiatives.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate statistical findings to stakeholders clearly and effectively.
- Stay current with developments in statistical methods and sampling technologies and integrate innovations into practice.
- Oversee quality control processes throughout sampling and data collection to maintain integrity and validity.
- Manage project timelines, resource allocation, and workflow to consistently meet organizational targets and deadlines.
- Collaborate with external partners, research bodies, and statistical agencies to leverage expertise and align approaches.
Skills
Poverty Eradication Initiative (PEI)
Poverty is the root cause of every problem in the society, has no doubts worse affects on human life. Traditional gender roles in Pakistan especially in NWFP, which remains indulged in tribal culture, define the woman’s place as in the home and not in the workplace, and define the man as the breadwinner. Consequently, the society invests far less in women than men. Women in NWFP suffer more from poverty of opportunities throughout their lives as compared to other provinces. Economic vulnerability is a key factor in the rise of poverty in Pakistan; vulnerability also arises from social powerlessness, political instability, and ill-functioning institutions. Corruption and political instabilities such as various separatist movements in Baluchistan and Waziristan resulted in reduction of business confidence, deterioration of economic growth, reduced public expenditure, poor delivery of public services, and undermining of the rule of law. The root causes of current unrest in whole country especially FATA and FRS are linked with the absence of the opportunities for youth in all sections of life in general and particular in livelihoods. Active participation of the youth in decision making and development of the area is neglected and never given a chance to decide their fate. This made youth of the area frustrated and restless and compelled them to take part in the unhealthy activities. Poverty and the lack of modern curriculum have proved destabilizing factors for Pakistani society as these causes our youth to be exploited by religious organizations banned by the government to run schools and produce militant literature. Eradication of poverty cannot be brought about by charity, but needs first and foremost empowering the poor, focusing on women, and tapping their tremendous potential. Poverty Eradication Initiative (PEI) is a non-political, non-partisan and non-profit organization working as a facilitator to initiate and sustain women and children oriented developmental p
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