Office of The Director General

Office Of The Director-General

Welcome to the Office of the Director General at the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZIMSTAT). This office is the hub of leadership and strategic direction, driving our commitment to providing timely, accurate, and reliable statistical data that informs evidence-based decision-making and supports national development initiatives.

Key Functions

The Office of the Director General is tasked with:

Leadership and Oversight: Setting the strategic vision for the National Statistics Office and ensuring alignment with national and international statistical priorities.
Governance and Compliance: Overseeing adherence to policies, regulations, and ethical standards in statistical processes and outputs.
Stakeholder Engagement: Strengthening partnerships with government agencies, development partners, and the broader statistical community.
Innovation and Modernization: Championing advancements in statistical methodologies, technology, and dissemination practices to ensure our work remains relevant and impactful.development initiatives.

Departments Under The Director General’s Office

Public Relations and Communications

The Public Relations and Communication Unit of ZIMSTAT bridges the organization and the public. The mission is to ensure transparent, timely, and effective dissemination of statistical information, fostering public trust and engagement with official data.

Legal and Corporate Affairs

The Legal and Corporate Affairs Unit of ZIMSTAT ensures compliance with national and international legal frameworks governing statistical activities. Provides legal guidance, safeguards data confidentiality, and upholds ethical standards in statistical operations.

Internal Audit

The Internal Audit Unit of ZIMSTAT plays a critical role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the organization’s operations. Conducting independent assessments helps strengthen internal controls, risk management, and compliance with regulatory and financial policies.

Risk Management Unit

This Unit is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact the organization’s ability to collect, process, and disseminate accurate statistical data. Ensures that risks are proactively managed to safeguard the integrity and efficiency of national statistical operations.

Procurement Unit

This unit is responsible for ensuring the efficient, transparent, and cost-effective acquisition of goods, services, and works necessary for the organization’s operations. We adhere to national procurement regulations and best practices to promote accountability and value for money.