Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) is inviting skilled, passionate individuals to apply for various vacancies across senior and technical levels. From statisticians and ICT experts to directors and deputy director-generals, these roles offer an opportunity to support national planning and policy development through official statistics.
Take your career to new heights by applying before the deadline.
Vacancy Details
| Employer | Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 30 May 2025 |
| Location | Head Office, Pretoria, South Africa |
Available Posts
Deputy Director-General: Population & Social Statistics
Ref No: 01/05/25HO
Salary: R1 741 770 per annum (Level 15) – All-inclusive package
Requirements:
- Honour’s degree in Statistics, Demography, Sociology, or Economics (NQF 8)
- Minimum 8 years of senior management experience
- Proven research, strategic leadership, statistical processes & reporting experience
Duties: - Oversee statistical production in health, labour, income, and social stats
- Lead national, regional, and international engagements
Chief Director: Health & Vital Statistics
Ref No: 02/05/25HO
Salary: R1 436 022 per annum (Level 14)
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Demography, Sociology, Population Studies, or Statistics
- 8 years’ experience in data analysis, health information, or population studies
Duties: - Direct statistical reporting on vital and health data
- Manage data quality assessments and stakeholder liaison
Chief Director: Social Statistics Sub-System
Ref No: 03/05/25HO
Salary: R1 436 022 per annum
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s in Statistics, Demography, GIS, Data Science (NQF 7)
- 10 years’ experience in social surveys and statistical analysis
Duties: - Coordinate social sector strategies and survey protocols
- Oversee data clearance and quality standards
Director: Environment Sector Statistics
Ref No: 04/05/25HO
Salary: R1 216 824 per annum (Level 13)
Requirements:
- Degree in Statistics, Environmental Studies, Economics, or Data Science
- 5 years’ middle/senior management experience
Duties: - Manage data systems for environmental stats
- Develop and review sectoral strategies
Principal Systems Analyst
Ref No: 10/05/25HO
Salary: R896 436 per annum (Level 11)
Requirements:
- Honour’s degree in IT or related field
- 5 years’ experience in systems development and stakeholder engagement
Duties: - Design complex databases and software systems
- Lead business analysis and systems integration
Survey Statistician: Documented International Human Movements
Ref No: 12/05/25HO
Salary: R397 116 per annum (Level 08)
Requirements:
- Degree in Demography, Population Studies, Statistics or Sociology
- 2 years’ experience in administrative records or survey data
Duties: - Analyze international movement statistics
- Write reports and create statistical products
How to Apply
To apply and view more details, visit the Statistics South Africa official recruitment website.