Graduate Program - Economics Analyst (Based in Beijing, China)

Job Description

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond—infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 111 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients’ needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled, and promotes regional connectivity.

The Economics Department, headed by the Chief Economist, is responsible for providing thought leadership and high-quality analyses to guide the policy and investment program of the Bank. The Bank is looking for an Economic Analyst who could display all-round capabilities in economic research and analysis. 

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Retrieve and prepare timely data, statistics, and market information to support analytical work.
• Conduct analyses, independently or in teams, macroeconomics, development finance, infrastructure, climate and other issues, as requested.
• Assist in preparing and disseminating ECON reports.
• Prepare background material for senior management’s engagements, such as including talking points, speeches, etc.
• Conduct project cost-benefit analyses or reviews, as required. Support project teams in preparing selected projects.
• Proactively help the department build academic, research and funding relationships with external partners.
• Support the planning and execution of workshops and seminars, including both content development and logistical arrangements.
• Other tasks that may be assigned by the Chief Economist or his designate.

• A Master degree, or equivalent, from an internationally recognized institution, in the field of economics, public policy, or finance, plus one to maximum two years of full-time professional experience, ideally in an economic research or policy development setting; or
• Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree from an internationally recognized institution, in the relevant field, plus two to a maximum three years of relevant full-time professional experience.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Proficiency in common econometrics techniques and statistical software, data analysis, and data visualization, is required.
• Prior experience in infrastructure or development economics will be helpful (but not strictly necessary).
• Proactive and positive attitude, facility for collaboration with others.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English.

AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation.

Join in AIIB’s mission to promote sustainable infrastructure investments and to improve social and economic outcomes in Asia and beyond.

Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.

About the Organization

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond—infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 111 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients’ needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity.