IMF
Economist(Local)
“Economist (Local) at IMF. Skills: Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Data analysis. Monitor economic developments. Assess economic policies”
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Quantitative skills
Must be a national of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan or obtain a valid work permit, Proof of nationality, residency, and/or work authorization required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
MA/Ph. D. in macroeconomics, financial economics, or relevant fields, Five or more years of relevant work experience, Proficiency in software applications, Excel, Econometrics packages, Statistical techniques, Econometrics techniques, Macroeconomic relationships, Analytical skills, Quantitative skills, Spreadsheet skills, Data analysis skills, Ability to work independently, Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic
Nice to Have
Ph. D. in macroeconomics, financial economics, or relevant fields, Econometrics, Statistics, Finance
What You'll Do.
Monitor economic developments
Assess economic policies
Evaluate economic policies
Identify economic problems
Provide economic information
Maintain economic databases
Prepare written outputs
Prepare statistical outputs
Contribute to capacity monitors
Develop relationships with national staff
Develop relationships with donor institutions
Develop relationships with IFIs
Assist visiting mission staff
Collect economic sector data
Analyze economic sector data
Prepare program background notes
Participate in missions
Exchange information with officials
Coordinate with communications department
Develop outreach strategy
Implement outreach strategy
Disseminate outreach strategy
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work well with others; Develop effective relationships/contacts
Communication Scope
Excellent oral communication skills in English and Arabic; Excellent written communication skills in English and Arabic
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