Statistical Assistant

Job title: Statistical Assistant

Company: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DEPARTMENT


Job description: Salary: HK$33,405 per monthEntry Requirements:Candidates should have–
(a) (i) an Ordinary Certificate in Statistics from the Hong Kong Statistical Society, or equivalent; or
(ii) a Higher Certificate in Statistics from the Hong Kong Statistical Society, or equivalent; or
(iii) a Higher Certificate in Mathematical Studies from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, or equivalent; or
(iv) an Associate Degree in Statistics and Computing for Business from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, or equivalent; or
(v) a Higher Diploma in Mathematics, Statistics and Computing or Statistics and Computing for Business from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, or equivalent; or;
(vi) a Higher Diploma in Applied Statistics and Computing or Business Analysis from the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education, or equivalent;
(b) met the language proficiency requirement of “Level 2” or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE) or the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent (Note (1)); and
(c) at least three years’ practical experience in statistical work.Note: (1) “Grade E” in Chinese Language and English Language (Syllabus B) in the HKCEE before 2007 are accepted administratively as comparable to “Level 2” in Chinese Language and English Language in the 2007 HKCEE and henceforth.
(2) Candidates who are selected for interview may be required to sit for computer skills test.Duties: (a) To input, check and edit statistical data;
(b) To assist in compilation, analysis and dissemination of statistical data;
(c) To compile statistical tables or charts and reports;
(d) To prepare simple computer programmes and apply computer packages in processing statistical data;
(e) To provide technical support on statistical analysis and research; and
(f) To perform other duties in relation to statistical work.Other Job-related Requirements: Successful candidate will be required to work in the Island West Transfer Station Administration Building in the Kennedy Town. The hours and venues of work may be varied having regard to the operational needs of the department.Terms of Appointment: Successful candidate will be appointed on non-civil service contract terms for six months.Fringe Benefits 14 days paid annual leave will be granted to the successful candidate. The entitlement of annual leave will be calculated on pro-rata basis for appointment less than 12 months. The eligibility for rest days, statutory holidays (or substitute holidays), maternity/ paternity leave and sickness allowance, where appropriate, is in line with those provided for under the Employment Ordinance. A gratuity may be granted at the end of the contract period if the contract is satisfactorily completed with consistently high standard of performance and conduct. Such gratuity, if granted, plus any contribution made by the Government to a Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) Scheme in respect of the appointee as required by the MPF Schemes Ordinance, will be equal to 10% of the total basic salary received during the contract period.How to apply: Application Forms [G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023)] are obtainable from any Home Affairs Enquiry Centres of District Offices, Home Affairs Department or any Job Centres of the Employment Services Division, Labour Department. The said form can also be downloaded from the Civil Service Bureau’s website (http://www.csb.gov.hk). The new version of application form for Government jobs G.F. 340 (Rev.7/2023) has been in use with effect from 26 July 2023. Candidates who apply for Government jobs advertised on or after 26 July 2023 should use the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023). If candidates submit the old version form (G.F. 340 (Rev. 3/2013)), they will be required to fill in the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) afresh and submit it within seven days upon request. If candidates fail to submit the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) within the stipulated deadline, their applications will not be processed further. Applications submitted in person or by post should reach the Enquiry Address on or before the closing date for application. Please specify the position being applied for on the envelope. To avoid delay or unsuccessful delivery of applications by post, please ensure that the correct address is clearly printed or written on the envelope and sufficient postage has been affixed before posting. Mail items bearing insufficient postage will not be delivered to this Department and will be returned to the sender or disposed of by the Hongkong Post, where appropriate. Applicants will have to bear any consequences arising from not paying sufficient postage. Applications which are late (postmark date will be taken), incomplete/ without the relevant supporting documents as required or submitted by fax/ email will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide their email address on the application form. Online application can also be made through the Civil Service Bureau’s website (http://www.csb.gov.hk). Candidates who are selected for interview will normally receive an invitation within eight weeks from the closing date for application. This period may be longer in exceptional circumstances, e.g. when a large number of applications are received or when there are other complications. Those who are not invited for selection interview may assume that their applications are unsuccessful.Contact Address: Statistical Unit, Environmental Protection Department, 3/F, West Wing, Island West Transfer Station, 88 Victoria Road, Kennedy Town (Attn.: Statistical Officer II)Enquiry Telephone: 2872 1655Closing Date(dd/mm/yyyy):28/02/2025 18:00:00Web Site of Department:https://www.epd.gov.hkGeneral Notes: (a) Candidates must be permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at the time of appointment unless specified otherwise. (b) As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the Government is committed to eliminating discrimination in employment. The vacancy advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirement irrespective of their disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race. (c) Non-civil service vacancies are not posts on the civil service establishment. Candidates appointed are not on civil service terms of appointment and conditions of service. Candidates appointed are not civil servants and will not be eligible for posting, promotion or transfer to any posts in the Civil Service. (d) The entry pay, terms of appointment and conditions of service to be offered are subject to the provisions prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made. (e) Where a large number of candidates meet the specified entry requirements, the recruiting department may devise shortlisting criteria to select the better qualified candidates for further processing. In these circumstances, only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend recruitment examination and/ or interview. (f) It is Government policy to place people with a disability in appropriate jobs wherever possible. If a disabled candidate meets the entry requirements, he/ she will be invited to attend the selection interview/ written examination without being subject to further shortlisting. Applicants who have declared disabilities found suitable for appointment may be given an appropriate degree of preference over other applicants whose suitability for appointment is considered comparable to that of the former. The Government policy and other related measures on employment of persons with disabilities are set out in the booklet “Employ People Based on Their Abilities – Application for Government Jobs by Persons with Disabilities” which is available for reference on the Civil Service Bureau’s website at http://www.csb.gov.hk under “Administration of the Civil Service – Appointments”. (g) Holders of academic qualifications other than those obtained from Hong Kong institutions/ Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority may also apply but their qualifications will be subject to assessments on equivalence with the required entry qualifications. They should submit copies of their official transcripts and certificates to the above enquiry address by post on or before 7 March 2025 (as per postmark date).

Expected salary: HKD33405 per month

Location: Hong Kong

Job date: Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:12:09 GMT

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