Economic Affairs Officer, P3

United Nations - UN | Staff | Department of Economic and Social Affairs
Closing: 22 Apr 2026 39 days remaining
Location: New York

Overview

The Economic Affairs Officer will develop socio-economic databases and analyze policies related to financing for sustainable development and SDG-related investment. The role involves drafting technical papers and supporting expert group meetings.

Tasks Summary
  • Develops socio-economic databases and qualitative information for assignments on financing for sustainable development.
  • Analyses the effects of alternative policies and assumptions on SDG-related investment.
  • Drafts inputs for technical papers and analytical studies on impact measurement and sustainable investing.
  • Assists in the organization and servicing of expert group meetings.
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with core partners of the GISD Alliance.
  • Prepares speeches and other inputs for presentations by senior staff.
  • Performs other related duties as required, including administrative tasks.
  • Undertakes on-the-job and other training activities.
Experience Requirements

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, application of economic principles in development programmes or related area is required. At least three years of experience in the field of sustainable and ESG (environmental, social and governance) investing, corporate sustainability reporting, or sustainability data is required. Experience coordinating multistakeholder initiatives, including both private and public sector organizations, is required. Experience working in international financial institutions or multilateral organizations, is required.

Qualification Requirements

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in economics, finance, business, public administration or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with additional two years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Other Details

Languages Required: English

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: one year

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