Isaac Kwesi Egyir District Statistician
The Department of Statistics is responsible for collecting, compiling, storing and analysing data to enhance evidence-based decision making at all levels. Quality data is vital for planning and informed decision-making as it contributes to monitoring and evaluation of development programs.
Vision:
the department aspires to provide reliable and responsive statistical services for good governance and development, especially at the district level.
FUNCTIONS:
- Collect, compile, store and analyse data based on standardized formats developed by GSS
- Provide inputs for the preparation of the Assembly’s budget
- Generate the data requirements of the Assembly on all departments for planning purposes
- Monitor statistical enquiries/surveys within the district
- Disseminate and publish statistical data based on guidelines developed by GSS
- Promote Statistical Literacy and Research
- Advise the district assembly on all matters relating to statistics
- Respond to data requests by clients (Institutions and Individuals)
UNITS:
1. Field Operations Unit
2. Data Entry and Analysis Unit