Statistical Innovation and Capacity Building in Tonga (Тонга - Тендер #71140409)

• Project ID

P171377

• Project Title

Statistical Innovation and Capacity Building in Tonga

• Country

Tonga

• Notice No

OP00430790

• Notice Type

Request for Expression of Interest

• Notice Status

Published

• Borrower Bid Reference

TO-TSD-539826-CS-INDV

• Procurement Method

Individual Consultant Selection

• Language of Notice

English

• Submission Deadline Date/Time

Mar 13, 2026 04:30

• Published Date

Mar 05, 2026

• CONTACT INFORMATION
• Organization/Department

Tonga Statistics Department

• Name

"Ana Soakai

• Address

Nuku"alofa, Tonga

• City

• Province/State

Tonga

• Postal Code

• Country

Tonga

• Phone

8607217

• Email

anasoakai@gmail.com

• Website

Invitations for Expression of Interest

Due date/time for Expression of Interest (EOI): Friday, 13th March 2026, no later than 4:30 pm local time.

The Government of Tonga has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Statistical Innovation and Capacity Building in Tonga (SICBT) Project. The Tonga Statistics Department is the Implementing Agency and intends to apply part of the proceeds for the recruitment of three (3) Assistant Statisticians – Data Collection.

The primary objective of the three Assistant Statisticians is to provide essential support to the Economics team in collecting, processing, and compiling key economic statistics. These officers will assist in conducting the regular economic surveys required to establish and maintain the Building Material Price Index (BMPI), the Producer Price Index (PPI), and the Cost of Living Index.

• Duration: Short-term position for 6 months, including a 1-month probationary period.
• Tentative Start Date: 18 March 2026.
• Location: The Assistant will be based at the TSD office in Nuku’alofa, Tonga.

The Assistant Statisticians will work under the management of the Head of Economics and TSD staff to:

• Prepare and distribute survey questionnaires and data collection instruments.
• Conduct follow-up communications with respondents to ensure timely data submission.
• Maintain and update physical and electronic economic statistics databases.
• Assist in quality assurance and validation to identify data inconsistencies or errors.
• Prepare preliminary tables, charts, and graphs for economic indicators and reports.
• Provide administrative support for workshops, meetings, and fieldwork activities.

Selection Criteria

Interested candidates should demonstrate they meet the following minimum requirements:

Academic Background and Relevant Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Economics, Statistics or a related field. Minimum of one (1) year of relevant work experience for Diploma holders.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in data collection, community service, and public relations for those with a PSSC/Form 7 qualification.

Competencies

• Good analytical skills - identifying price changes, verifying outliers, and ensuring data consistency
• Computer literate with good skills in common software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Good communication skills; fluent in English and Tongan, both written and spoken language

Personal Attributes

• Result-oriented, proactive, and highly motivated.
• Honesty and integrity.
• Innovative and positively addresses change.
• Accountable and responsible.
• Good teamwork, collaboration skills and committed to the task at hand.

The Assistant Statistician will be selected through the Individual Consultant Selection method in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers of September 2025.

Terms of Reference (TOR) and other information will be available upon request from Ms Ana Soakai, email: asoakai@stats.gov.to or telephone 23-300/8607217.

Submission Details

Expressions of Interest (EOI) must include a curriculum vitae (CV) or resume describing experience in similar assignments. EOIs MUST be received by e-mail by Friday, 13th March 2026, no later than 4:30 pm local time, clearly marked: “EOI for Assistant Statistician – Data Collection”.

Attention:

Mr Sione Lolohea (Government Statistician)

Tonga Statistics Department

1st Floor Si’i-Kae-Ola Supermarket Building

Taufa’ahau Road, Nuku’alofa, Tonga

Phone: +676 23-300

E-mail: sione.lolohea@stats.gov.to and Copy to asoakai@stats.gov.to.

Invitations for Expression of Interest

Due date/time for Expression of Interest (EOI): Friday, 13th March 2026, no later than 4:30 pm local time.

The Government of Tonga has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Statistical Innovation and Capacity Building in Tonga (SICBT) Project. The Tonga Statistics Department is the Implementing Agency and intends to apply part of the proceeds for the recruitment of an Assistant Statistician – Data Collection.

The objective of the recruitment of the Assistant Statistician – Data Collection for Historical Documentation & Research is to provide specialised research and qualitative data support to the Tonga Statistics Department (TSD). The individual will be responsible for identifying founding pioneers, tracing ministerial leadership, and documenting the evolution of the department’s approved budget since its inception. This work will culminate in the assembly of primary source materials to produce a commemorative book or booklet celebrating the 70th anniversary of Tonga’s Population Census.

• Duration: Short-term position for 6 months, including a 1-month probationary period.
• Tentative Start Date: 18 March 2026.
• Location: The Assistant will be based at the TSD office in Nuku’alofa, Tonga.

The Assistant Statisticians will work under the management of the Government Statistician and the Project Coordinator to:

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of historical records to identify the founders and original staff of the Statistics Office.
• Trace and document the chronological lineage of Ministers responsible for the Department since its implementation.
• Research and compile a record of the approved annual budgets for the office from its inception to the present day.
• Draft structured interview questions and guides tailored for key stakeholders, including retired staff and former government officials.
• Organise and conduct one-on-one interviews and focus group discussions to capture oral histories and institutional memory.
• Synthesise collected qualitative and quantitative data into a cohesive narrative for the commemorative booklet.
• Maintain and update a dedicated electronic and physical filing system for all historical research materials.
• Assist in the quality assurance and validation of historical facts and figures to ensure accuracy in the final publication.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for workshops or meetings related to the 70th-anniversary project.
• Coordinate with other government divisions for data sharing and the verification of historical records.

Selection Criteria

Interested candidates should demonstrate they meet the following minimum requirements:

Academic Background and Relevant Experience

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Statistics, History, Communications, or a related Social Science field.
• At least two (2) years of relevant work experience in research, qualitative data collection, or archival documentation.
• Must possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to conduct high-level interviews and facilitate focus group discussions.

Competencies

• Exceptional verbal and written communication; must be fully fluent in both English and Tongan.
• Strong ability to synthesise historical and financial data into a cohesive narrative.
• Computer literate with good skills in common software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for documenting research findings.
• Proactive, highly motivated, and able to maintain good public relations and teamwork.

Personal Attributes

• High level of honesty and integrity, especially when handling sensitive historical or financial records.
• Result-oriented and responsible for meeting project deadlines.
• Strong teamwork skills to coordinate effectively within the TSD team.

Selection Method

• The Assistant Statistician will be selected through the “Individual Consultant Selection method” in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (Procurement Regulations) of September 2025.

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Terms of Reference (TOR) and other information will be available upon request from Ms Ana Soakai, email: asoakai@stats.gov.to or telephone 23-300/8607217.

Submission Details

Expressions of Interest (EOI) must include a curriculum vitae (CV) or resume describing experience in similar assignments. EOIs MUST be received by e-mail by Friday, 13th March 2026, no later than 4:30 pm local time, clearly marked: “EOI for Assistant Statistician – Data Collection (Historical Documentation & Research)”.

Attention:

Mr Sione Lolohea (Government Statistician)

Tonga Statistics Department

1st Floor Si’i-Kae-Ola Supermarket Building

Taufa’ahau Road, Nuku’alofa, Tonga

Phone: +676 23-300

E-mail: sione.lolohea@stats.gov.to and Copy to asoakai@stats.gov.to.

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