Associate Economist

Overview

The Associate Economist will conduct analytical research related to private sector development, crowding in private capital, and macro, market, and political risks in emerging markets. The role aims to provide insights for operational needs and contribute to development data aligned with IFC and MIGA priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to research agenda through analytical work related to private sector investment, guarantees, and risk mitigation, including drafting major research publications.
• Contribute to the creation of unique firm level and transaction level datasets, market surveys, and real time indicators.
• Develop new theoretical and quantitative frameworks to support policy analysis and evaluate the effects of economic policies on productivity, firm and industry performances.
• Prepare briefs, reports, and presentations for the Director of DECPM.
• Perform other tasks as requested by the Director of DECPM.

Required Experience

Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional and/or academic experience in fields relevant to private sector development, private investment, financial markets, and guarantees. Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience using large-scale administrative datasets and empirical methods (micro/macro), including firm level analysis and market monitoring.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in economics or related relevant field with research experience. PhD in economics is highly preferred.

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