Chief Research Economist - Networking And Research Partnerships Division

Objectives

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Under the general supervision of the Division Manager, the incumbent’s Duties and Responsibilities will be as follows:

Lead and undertake research on development policy issues, especially in the areas of macroeconomics, international trade and finance, using quantitative techniques/methods;
Lead the preparation of the African Development Report (ADR); and African Economic Outlook (AEO);
Provide leadership in the writing, reviewing and editing of statements and briefs for Senior Management on economic development issues (macroeconomics, international trade, regional integration and finance, etc.) for presentation or discussion in regional and international forums;
Organize and manage Development Policy Seminars; and contribute to EDRE training courses by way of lecturing
Organize and manage International Conferences on Development Policy Issues;
Write papers for presentation and participate in regional and international forums;
Participate in the production of task force documents;
Review Operations documents and participate in interdepartmental and Working Group meetings;
Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Division Manager, including leadership in forthcoming publications such as Economic Frontier Research and Bank Policy Currents.
Coordinate grant funding to research and capacity building institutions and liase with regional and international research agencies;
Assist the Division Manager, whenever called upon in the management of the Division’s activities.

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

Doctorate in Economics, with a strong research background and experience in macroeconomics, international trade and finance, econometrics, and research methodology.
At least seven (7) years of relevant professional experience in development policy research and analysis and the study of economic conditions in Africa;
Strong record of previous professional publications;
Strong knowledge of economic development and policies of African countries, with ability to integrate multidisciplinary methodologies;
Strong knowledge and background in the use of statistical and econometric methods and packages in development economics research.
Theoretical knowledge to develop and implement research programs and the ability to design and manage research projects from conceptualisation to publication;
Ability to undertake research projects with limited supervision;
Clear written and oral communication skills as well as mature interpersonal, professional relationships;
Skills in the effective use of information technologies in own specialized field;
Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French; with a good working knowledge of the other language desirable;
Proven skills in drafting and preparation of policy memorandums;
Competence in the standard software used in the Bank, such as Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint; knowledge of SAP highly desirable.

To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries.