Statistics Sierra Leone (Stats SL) invite applications from suitably qualified and experienced Sierra Leoneans to serve as Field Personnel for the conduct of the 2026 Population and Housing Census (PHC).
Successful applicants will be shortlisted and invited to a mandatory training programme. Final assignment as Field Coordinator, Supervisor or Enumerator will be determined by performance during training.
Minimum requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a Sierra Leonean citizen
- Hold a Bachelor's Degree in statistics, mathematics, GIS, ICT, social sciences or a related field, a Higher National Diploma (HND) or an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) from a recognised institution (a Master's degree is an added advantage)
- Have at least three (3) years of experience in census and survey data collection
- Have ICT and digital data-collection skills
- Have knowledge of the local area, community and language
- Have a strong understanding of field supervision, data validation, quality control and survey methodology
Key duties
Collect and record accurate census information, conduct household interviews, use the approved digital data-collection devices, follow census procedures and instructions, keep all information collected confidential, work effectively as part of a field team, and perform other duties assigned in support of the census.
What you need to apply
Apply only through this official online portal. Have ready:
- Your National Identification Number (NIN)
- Your personal and contact details
- Your educational qualifications
IMPORTANT NOTICE — Recruitment is FREE. Applicants must not pay any money
to anyone at any stage of the recruitment process. Only shortlisted candidates who successfully complete
the required training and assessment will be considered for final deployment.
Signed: Statistician General
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