[Gov] Statistical Assistant

(a) To input, check and edit statistical and survey 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.
Successful candidates will be required to work in the Island West Transfer Station Administration Building in the Kennedy Town.

Other Job-related Requirements: The hours and venues of work may be varied having regard to the operational needs of the department. Successful candidates may be required to work on shifts and overtime, including evenings, weekends, Sundays and public holidays.

Applicants 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) an accredited associate degree or higher diploma in Statistics, Data Science, or a related field from a recognised post-secondary institution in Hong Kong, or equivalent (Note (1));
(b) met the language proficiency requirements 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 (2)); and
(c) at least three years’ full-time practical working experience in statistical work.

Successful candidates will be appointed on non-civil service contract terms for a period of one year.

14 days paid annual leave will be granted to the successful candidates. 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.

(1) Applicants must apply online through the G.F. 340 Online Application System of the Civil Service Bureau (https://www.csb.gov.hk) on or before the closing date for application. Applications which are incomplete, or submitted in person, by post, by fax or by email will NOT be considered.
(2) Applicants should submit copies of relevant documents in support of their –
(i) relevant academic qualification; and
(ii) relevant work experience
by email to lflai@epd.gov.hk on or before the closing date for application. The title of the post being applied for and the online application number should be quoted in the e-mail subject and on every page of the copies of the supporting documents.
(3) If the required supporting documents are not provided, insufficient or are submitted after the deadline specified in item (2) above, such applications may NOT be considered.
(4) Applicants should provide their email addresses in the application forms. Candidates who are invited to attend the selection interview will normally receive an invitation by email 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.

(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 lflai@epd.gov.hk on or before the closing date for application. Title of the post being applied for and the online application number should be quoted in the email subject, as well as on every page of the copies.
(h) Towards the application deadline, our online system would likely be overloaded due to large volume of applications. To ensure timely completion of your online application, it is advisable to submit the application as early as possible.