KE2: Standards and Statistics expert (COMESA)

  • Project: “Trade in Services, COMESA”.
  • The operational base for the project is Lusaka, Zambia.
  • Duration: 48Months (intended start date 01 January 2026).
  • Full time position.

Qualifications and skills:

  • Master’s degree in Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in statistical software.
  • Knowledge of regional and international statistical frameworks, such as: COMESA Statistics Strategy, African Charter on Statistics and Strategy for the Harmonization of Statistics in Africa (SHaSA).
  • Expertise in data governance, validation, and interoperability across multi-country datasets.
  • Experience in undertaking survey based TiS data collection.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working with governments, regional bodies, and development partners.
  • Proficiency in English and/or French, with knowledge of additional languages spoken in the COMESA region as an advantage.
  • Knowledge of trade statistics, macroeconomic indicators, and regional integration analysis is desirable.


General professional experience:

The expert will have a minimum of 7–10 years of experience in statistical analysis, data management, or a related field, preferably within regional economic communities (RECs), international organizations, or national statistical. Experience working with COMESA, African Union (AU), UN agencies, World Bank, IMF, or other regional/international development institutions offices is preferable.

  • Proven record of accomplishment in harmonising statistical methodologies across multiple countries or institutions.
  • Experience in developing statistical policies, frameworks, and governance structures at the regional or international level.
  • Familiarity with economic integration statistics, including trade, industry, and investment data analysis within regional economic blocs.
  • Strong background in capacity building, technical assistance, and policy advisory work. 

Specific professional experience

  • Hands-on experience in designing and implementing regional statistical frameworks aligned with COMESA’s objectives.
  • Experience working with national statistical offices (NSOs) and ministries within COMESA member states.
  • Proven expertise in regional trade statistics, balance of payments, GDP compilation, and socio-economic indicators.
  • Knowledge of customs data processing, trade facilitation statistics, and regional market analysis.
  • Ability to interpret and apply COMESA statistical regulations and protocols. 

Please submit your updated CV in English by October 20th, 2025 to Mrs. Ruth Sánchez (rsanchez@equinoccio.eu)

Kindly use the subject line: COMESA KE2

Published On: September 24, 2025