The RSS is currently seeking nominations for Honorary Officer for National Statistics.
The Honorary Officer for National Statistics is responsible for developing, promoting and building support for RSS policy work around the government’s use of statistics. The post holder builds and maintains relationships with senior civil service stakeholders, particularly at the UK Statistics Authority, and works with the RSS President and other Honorary Officers to coordinate policy on all themes and offer advice to Council on a wide range of issues. The term is usually four years, and each year, the post holder would need to attend three meetings of the National Statistics Advisory Group and aim to have bi-annual meetings with both the National Statistician and chair of the UK Statistics Authority.
In addition, the post holder would be expected to attend three meetings of the RSS Campaigns Advisory Group, three Council and four Executive Committee per year.
Download the role description which details how to submit an expression of interest.
The deadline for nominations is 8 February.