Economic Specialist

JOB KNOWLEDGE:  

A thorough knowledge of modern economic principles and theory. A thorough understanding of the host country’s economy, economic structure and institutions, the host government’s foreign and domestic economic policies, and insight into who are the influential decision-makers inside and outside of government. A thorough understanding of U.S. foreign economic policies vis-a-vis the host country as well as internal economic reporting requirements and procedures.

Education Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Economics is required

Duties

• Provides research, technical advice, reporting, visitor support, and related services of broad scope and complexity, conducting economic reporting and maintaining effective contacts with the government, research institutions, academic institutions, NGOs and private sector.
• Also provides related research and reporting support to the Regional Labor Officer. Position reports to the Political/Economic Officer handling the trade and investment portfolios.

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:  

• Three years in economic research and analysis; at least one year should be at a senior level is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to develop and maintain an extensive range of medium- to high-level contacts in government and private sector circles. 
• Ability to relate developments in the economy to broader political forces and factors at work in the host country. 
• Ability to plan, organize, and execute complex research projects and to prepare well-written, precise, and accurate factual and analytical reports. 
• Having an understanding of economic jargon and the ability to convey complex economic ideas in simple terms is particularly useful. Basic computer skills are required, including the ability to conduct online research and navigate relevant data sites, draft MS Word documents, prepare and/or edit basic Excel and PowerPoint
• documents, and typing skills sufficient to support the incumbent’s drafting responsibilities.

Closing: 08/30/2022