Statistics Intern

About ELIM Serviços Lda

ELIM Serviços Lda (ELIM) is a market research and development consultancy focused in the design, implementation and measurement of socio-economic interventions for sustainable growth.

Established in Maputo in 2007, we have implemented projects in every Mozambican province and have worked in Angola, Botswana, Kenya, South Africa and Tanzania. We are driven by a vision to strengthen Africa’s rural communities and local enterprises to foster inclusive benefit of the Continent’s economic growth opportunities. We do so by partnering with funders and implementers of development interventions to model sustainable solutions that adequately respond to the development challenges hindering Africa’s growth.

As an organisation, ELIM is an ardent supporter of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and this is reflected both in our work and in our culture. Our purpose in our areas of focus is driven by a mission to facilitate integrated growth for African communities at for sustainable social and economic benefit.

The root of ELIM is our vibrant and experienced team, a balanced combination of internal experts and a close network of trusted and seasoned associate consultants.

About the Hiring Department

ELIM is looking to hire a Statistical Intern to join our Technical Team.

The Technical Team is responsible for the design of research projects across various areas/sectors, project implementation and management of projects activities from contracting to report delivery. Our technical experts engage in office and field-based activities, designing and rolling out complex surveys for qualitative and quantitative data collection, utilising statistical to analyse large data sets, and interpret these to generate insightful reports on findings and recommendations.

About the Job

Statistical analysis is the science and art of making informed decisions in the face of uncertainty and calls for the understanding of variability in measurements.

Job Description

The Statistical Intern will work closely with the head of technical team and project coordinator supporting the following functions:

Data management, analysis and reporting (70%)

• Perform data analysis in Microsoft Excel and/or other statistical software packages (such as SPSS and STATA);
• Present data in formats that make summary findings easy to understand (such as bar charts, pie charts, time series lots, etc.);
• Learn and develop skills to monitor, measure and report on project implementation and performance;
• Assist in the development or revision of standards on statistical concepts, definitions and classifications by performing methodological research in various areas;
• Prepare draft technical reports on the data analysed.

Other tasks (30%)

• Contribute inputs to technical proposal development;
• Contribute to the of preparation of internal articles based on the information analysed;
• Contribute to sampling design for technical proposals;
• Perform other duties as assigned by the direct supervisor.

Necessary Qualifications

Applying candidates should have the following minimum qualifications and/or experience:

• Recently graduated with a university degree in Statistics (preferably) or other related areas, i.e.: Economics, Mathematics, Social Demography, Finance, Public Policy, Development Studies, Sociology;
• Working knowledge of both English and Portuguese a non-negotiable requirement;
• Computer literacy in standard software applications;
• Demonstrable quantitative analysis skills as evidenced by a dataset example, and a sample of analysis performed;
• Knowledge of statistical software an asset;
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written;
• Detail- and results-oriented with the ability to thrive in a team-based environment;
• Previous work experience is an asset;
• Demonstrated interest in the work of ELIM Serviços; and
• Alignment to ELIM Serviços’ shared values of ethical practice.