Manager, Research & Statistics

The St. Christopher & Nevis Social Security Board invites applications from suitably
qualified persons to fill the post of Manager, Research & Statistics. The position is
tenable in the St. Kitts Office.

About Us:
St. Christopher (St. Kitts) and Nevis Social Security Fund is a compulsory insurance
fund established by an Act of Parliament in 1977. It began operations on February
1, 1978, taking over from the National Provident Fund, which was basically a
retirement savings scheme with limited other benefits.

JOB PURPOSE
The Research & Statistics Manager is responsible for supporting data-driven
decision-making for Management and Board. The role requires being transparent
with stakeholders and interested partners through the provision of timely, accurate
reports, statistical tables and analyses. The Research & Statistics Manager must be
versed in data collation, analysis, interpretation, research and communication.

APPLICANTS SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS
AND JOB SKILLS

• A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Actuarial Science,
  Computer Science, Mathematics or a related discipline.
• At least three (3) years of progressive experience in research, statistics, data
  analytics or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex datasets, producing decision-
  ready analysis and implementing data-quality or information-governance
  controls.
• Proficiency in statistical and data-visualisation tools; advanced competence in
  Microsoft Excel and familiarity with database or business-intelligence platforms
• Strong leadership and team-development capabilities.
• Excellent report writing, presentation and stakeholder-engagement skills
• Experience with digital repositories and document-management systems would
  be an asset.
• Experience within social security, pensions, insurance, financial services,
  government or another regulated environment would be an advantage.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Research & Statistics
  function, including work planning, budgeting, performance management and
  staff development.
• Develop and execute the Board’s research agenda and statistical work
  programme in alignment with its strategic priorities and statutory mandate.
• Lead socioeconomic, labour-market, demographic, contribution, benefit and
  other related research, forecasting and trend analysis.
• Produce high-quality statistical reports, briefs, dashboards and executive
  insights for management, the Board and relevant stakeholders.
• Guide the development of integrated databases, digital repositories and
  knowledge-management practices that improve access to reliable institutional
  information.
• Coordinate data collection and information flows across departments; validate
  submissions and promote consistent, timely and accurate reporting.
• Support actuarial reviews, policy development, strategic planning, programme
  evaluation and institutional risk management with sound evidence and
  analysis.
• Manage relationships with government agencies, regional and international
  bodies, research partners and other data providers, while ensuring compliance
  with applicable legal and ethical requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and the responsible adoption of analytical and
  business-intelligence technologies.

Interested persons are asked to submit application to the following address by
Friday 11 September 2026.

The Director
Social Security Board
P.O. Box 79
Bay Road
Basseterre
St Kitts

directoroffice@socialsecurity.kn
humanresourcesdepartment@socialsecurity.kn