Deadline: 19 October 2015
The World Bank is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Economist based in Jakarta, Indonesia.
The World Bank has set two ambitious goals to push extreme poverty to no more 3 percent by 2030, and to promote shared prosperity and greater equity in the developing world.
Key Job Responsibilities
The Economist performs the following functions-
- The Economist would work closely with the MFM Lead Economist for Indonesia and the Task Team Leader(s) for SEMEFPA (also based in Jakarta).
- He or she would, in particular, play a key role in the delivery of the SEMEFPA programme, and support the macro management and fiscal policy management pillars of the MFM engagement.
- Lead or serve as a team member in a delivering a broad range of analytical work and technical assistance, working across multiple Global Practices in the World Bank, and bringing in relevant cross-country experience and appropriate analytical techniques.
- Manage, supervise and quality control the inputs and work of research analysts and consultancies (individuals and firms).
- Play a key role in the policy dialogue with government counterparts, development partners and other stakeholders, including investors, academics and businesses.
- Participate actively in the MFM Global Practice including through knowledge sharing, and by providing support to programs outside Indonesia in other regions.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- Masters or PhD in economics or related field.
- At least 5 years of relevant professional experience or equivalent combination of education and experience on macro-fiscal policy and management issues in resource rich contexts (preferably in developing or emerging countries) and broader resource governance and development policy issues.
- General Economic Knowledge and Analytical Skills.
- Knowledge and Experience in Development Arena.
- Policy Dialogue Skills.
- Integrative Skills.
- Written and Verbal Communication.
- Macroeconomic Skills and Country Economics Experience.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through online process.
For more information, please visit World Bank.
