Devex Candidate Sourcing Service
Apply By: 30 November 2008
Philippines | Mid-level
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Date posted:
20 November 2008
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Devex Candidate Sourcing Service
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Philippines
- Apply by:
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30 November 2008
Description
The Economist is expected to conduct economic research and provide support for country economic analysis to strengthen the analytical base for ADB's strategic policy and operational agenda as well as support the policy agenda of ADB's member countries in enhancing growth and addressing poverty. Contribute to the preparation and dissemination of research outputs and publications. Work with broad policies and objectives, working directly with clients, with supervision for critical tasks.
Expected Outcomes
Economic Research Work
- Conduct research on issues related to macroeconomic development, economic growth, income distribution and employment creation in developing Asia.
- Provide support for country economic analyses.
- Contribute to the preparation of the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) and the ADO Update.
- Carry out independent work and produce high quality research papers regularly.
- Provide support to Management through preparation of briefing notes, speeches and operational research papers.
Knowledge Management
Participate in research dissemination, networking, and capacity-building activities with other institutions.
Staff Supervision
Provide leadership and support to reporting staff.
Supervise the performance of reporting staff, providing clear direction and regular monitoring and feedback on performance.
Required Qualifications:
- A PhD degree in economics or related fields
- Suitability to undertake the responsibilities mentioned above at the required level
- 8+ years of relevant professional experience with proven publications record in economic research related to development or poverty issues, or other related area
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
- International experience working in several countries
- Must be a citizen of an ADB Member Country
Job keywords
Economist, Macroeconomics, Asian Development Bank, Development Outlook
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