Population: 12.3 million GDP Growth: 3.2% Inflation Rate: 5.7% Unemployment: 11.4% Literacy Rate: 34.5% Latest Census: 2020
Population: 12.3 million GDP Growth: 3.2% Inflation Rate: 5.7% Unemployment: 11.4% Literacy Rate: 34.5% Latest Census: 2020

Leadership Team

Meet the dedicated professionals leading the National Bureau of Statistics in delivering accurate, timely, and relevant statistics for South Sudan's development.

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Executive Leadership

Dr. Augustino Ting Mayai

Dr. Augustino Ting Mayai, PhD

Director General

Office of the Director General

Leading South Sudan's statistical revolution through innovation, transparency, and evidence-based decision making.

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James Laku Lotyam

Deputy Director General

Office of the Director General

Overseeing operational excellence and strategic implementation across all NBS departments and programs.

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Mary Keji Benjamin

Director, Internal Audit

Internal Audit Department

Ensuring accountability, compliance, and sound financial management practices across all NBS operations.

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Directorate Leadership

Sarah Michael Wani

Director

Finance & Support Services Directorate

Managing financial operations, human resources, procurement, and administrative services.

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Dr. Joseph Laku

Director

Population & Social Statistics Directorate

Leading demographic data collection, analysis, and dissemination including census operations.

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Peter Makuac

Director

Field Operations, Methodology & Standards Directorate

Overseeing fieldwork operations and ensuring adoption of international statistical standards.

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Daniel Malish

Director

Economic Statistics Directorate

Compiling and analyzing economic data including national accounts, trade, and labor statistics.

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Michael Jada

Director

ICT & GIS Directorate

Providing IT and GIS support, managing databases, and technology integration.

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Elizabeth Nyandeng

Director

Financial Management & Support Directorate

Strengthening financial planning, budgeting, and resource mobilization.

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Specialized Units Leadership

David Kuir

Head

National Statistical System Unit

Coordinating statistical activities across government institutions.

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Angelina James

Head

Legal Affairs Unit

Providing legal guidance and ensuring compliance with relevant laws.

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Samuel Lado

Head

Monitoring & Evaluation Unit

Tracking progress and evaluating impact of policies and programs.

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Rebecca Kiden

Head

Communication & PR Unit

Managing public information and stakeholder engagement.

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