The President's Office has opened applications for the position of Chief Statistician following the expiry of the current office holder's term.

The appointment will be made in accordance with the Statistics Act of the Maldives, with the successful candidate to be appointed by the President.

The President's Office said applications, along with the required supporting documents, will be accepted on working days between 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., with the submission deadline set for 12:00 p.m. on 28 July 2026.

Application forms are available from the President's Office reception and can also be downloaded from its official website.

The position is currently held by Aishath Hassan, whose term is set to expire. She holds a Master's degree in Econometrics and a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Management.

The Statistics Act of the Maldives establishes the national statistical system and provides the legal framework for the collection, compilation, analysis, dissemination and use of official statistics. The legislation aims to ensure the production of reliable, impartial and timely statistical information on the country's economic, social and environmental conditions to support evidence-based policymaking and public access to official data.

Under the Act, the Chief Statistician heads the Bureau of Statistics and is appointed by the President from among eligible applicants. The Bureau operates under the policy guidance of the Minister of Finance, while a 10-member Statistical Council advises on statistical policies, the Bureau's functions and the continued development of the national statistical system.