2021 Population And Housing Census

How to respond

Census night activities

Census Night is the reference point for census enumeration and all questions in the census will relate to that night. Everyone must take note of the census night date and remember to answer the questions accurately during enumeration. Reference the Census Night is necessary to tell a complete and accurate story about the population in Ghana for the 2021 PHC. To help make the Census Night memorable, events will be organised in communities throughout the country to mark the night.

Look out for more information on census night activities in your district as the census night approaches.

District Data Quality Management Team Selection Criteria

District Data Quality Management Teams (DDQMT) comprise a District Census Officer, District Information Technology Officer, District Field Supervisor and District Data Quality Monitor. All members of the DDQMT must have a first degree or equivalent relevant experience from prior censuses/surveys.

Enumerators Selection Criteria

Enumerators for the 2021 Population and Housing Census must have at least a Senior High School/Senior Secondary School certificate. Shortlisted applicants will be required to bring both original and photocopies of their certificates to their interviews.

All applicants must ensure that their applications are up to date. Application status can be checked here: Check Application Status

Trainers Selection Criteria

National Trainers will be recruited to work in their region of residence while Regional Trainers will be recruited to work in their district of residence.

National Trainers must have a postgraduate degree or equivalent experience as trainer for censuses/surveys. Regional Trainers must have an undergraduate degree or equivalent experience as trainer for censuses/surveys. A teaching background is an added advantage for both levels of trainers.

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Application Status?

The shortlisting of Data Field Officers will commence in January. Kindly ensure that all your application details are complete and correct to ensure you are eligible to be shortlisted.