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From € 6 008 per month

DEV is looking for a Junior Economist who will contribute to its work in the field of economic development research, with a focus on quantitative analysis. The selected candidate will carry out policy relevant economic analysis contributing to the thematic analysis of the annual report Africa’s Development Dynamics, and where relevant to the Unit’s and Centre’s horizontal projects. She/He will have experience in macroeconomic analysis, trade, competitiveness and industrialisation policies. The selected candidate will work under the joint supervision of the Head of Unit and Project Coordinator.

Main responsibilities

Research, economic and policy analysis, and drafting

Carry out high-quality policy research on economic development in Africa;

Use quantitative methods to undertake economic analysis of the impact of policies. Conduct empirical analysis and evaluations of policies in national and comparative settings;

Help coordinate the research, consultations, peer reviews, drafting, production, and dissemination of the Africa’s Development Dynamics report;

Contribute to the coordination and quality control of publications, reports and working papers of the Africa Unit, including the Africa’s Development Dynamics;

Prepare conceptual notes and related documentation for the annual International Economic Forum on Africa;

Draft high quality briefing notes, communications material, report presentations and briefs for senior officials related to relevant policy issues on the African continent;

Draft high quality research documents, project reports, blogs, as well as policy briefs and articles targeted at both technical and non-technical audiences and the media, under tight deadlines;

Support junior staff such as interns, guiding their work and providing feedback.

Liaison, outreach and event organisation

Help maintain and develop relationships with stakeholders from government and partners including other international organisations, think tanks, and agencies, such as the AUC, EU, AUDA-NEPAD, ACBF, ACET, BMZ, GIZ, foundations and academic networks;

Contribute to the development of effective consultations and dissemination strategies;

Participate in discussions in expert groups and assist in organising meetings, seminars, workshops, and conferences related to the work of the Unit;

In coordination with other team members, communicate key messages relating to the Unit’s work and specific projects within the OECD to external stakeholders.

Other duties

Respond to queries from internal and external stakeholders and partners in a timely manner;

Contribute to drafting project proposals to support fundraising activities;

Collaborate effectively with other colleagues and contribute, as required, to horizontal and multidisciplinary projects and other outputs of DEV and the OECD;

Keep abreast of economic/development policy issues related to international development, economics and globalisation to increase visibility and impact of the work of the Unit.

Qualifications

Academic background

An advanced university degree in economics (major in macroeconomics preferred) or relevant related fields. Training to PhD level would be an asset;

Good knowledge of macroeconomic policy and quantitative methods is required.

A specialisation in development economics or related fields such as trade, agricultural or industrial development would be a key asset, with a specialisation on the African continent or the member countries of the African Union.

Professional background

At least three years' experience in applied economic research in the context of developing countries and globalisation, with a focus on trade, agricultural or industrial development in Africa;

Proven record of analytical work, in particular applied economic analysis (analytical reports and/or published papers);

Experience in working in international organisations or think tanks would be an asset, preferably in an African country;

Experience in implementing policy-oriented research at the global level (e.g. in coordination with think tanks from developing countries) and in drafting technical reports on emerging issues affecting Africa, Europe and the Middle East;

Excellent analytical and drafting skills in English, the ability to meet tight deadlines, multi-task and produce concise, top-quality work at strategic and operational levels;

Excellent organisational, coordination and communication skills;

Accountability and autonomy: provide regular feedback to head of unit and project coordinator in an independent style;

Experience in organising missions and meetings, seminars, conferences and workshops with and for developing countries would be an asset.

Tools

Proficiency in the use of standard software applications (MS Office);

Good experience in the handling of data sources, econometric techniques and the use of statistical software (Stata, R, Python, Excel VBA, etc.);

Good knowledge and experience in using main statistical databases.

Languages

Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and a good knowledge of the other;

Knowledge of another language would be an asset (e.g. Portuguese, Arabic).

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