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HIGH - LEVEL ADVOCACY FORUM ON STATISTICS

This forum presented by Curlan Gilchrist discusses the need to reform the statistical infrastructure in the OECS in response to the global crisis in 2009, covering topics such as modernization, staff compensation, and upgrading technology.

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HIGH - LEVEL ADVOCACY FORUM ON STATISTICS

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  1. HIGH - LEVEL ADVOCACY FORUM ON STATISTICS Reform of the Statistical Infrastructure in the OECS in response to the Global Crisis July 30th, 2009, Port of Spain Presented by Curlan Gilchrist Consultant /Director of Statistics Central Statistical Office St. George’s Grenada

  2. Reform of Statistical Infrastructure OECS Outline • Introduction • Reform agenda • Modernize the Statistics Act • Upgrade the national statistical system • Establishment of a strong OECS Statistics Section • Compensation and profile of statisticians • Training

  3. Reform of Statistical Infrastructure OECS -Introduction • Global Crisis • Effects on the OECS economies • Recovery • Role of National Statistical Office • The case for reform • Statistics as a management tool in crisis

  4. Reform of Statistical Infrastructure OECS The Reform Agenda (constraints) • Lack of autonomy • Inadequate budgetary support • Human resource development and training. • Motivation of staff

  5. Reform of Statistical Infrastructure OECS The Reform Agenda (constraints) (cont) • High staff turnover • Weak legal framework • Limited application of technology • Undeveloped statistic cells in the various line ministries

  6. Reform of Statistical Infrastructure OECS Reform Process: Modernize the Statistics Act • private firms to participate • privatize certain statistical functions • an autonomous body or statutory corporation • institutionalize a role for the OECS and CARICOM statistics units

  7. Reform of Statistical Infrastructure OECS Upgrade the national statistical system • Technological upgrades • Technology in data collection (PDA) • Greater use of GIS technology • Internet for dissemination • National Statistics Advisory Council

  8. Reform of Statistical Infrastructure OECS Compensation and profile of statisticians • Revaluate positions • Increase pay and grade • Career in statistics • Continuous training

  9. No Action Failed Polices Crisis in Statistics Limited Intervention Status Quo Remains Reform Positive Outcomes Reform of Statistical Infrastructure OECS C Gilchrist

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