* Grade: PL-5
* Position N°: 0451
* Reference: ADB/10/121
* Publication date: 03/09/2010
* Closing date: 30/09/2010
Objectives
The African Development Bank places research and knowledge sharing at the center of its activities, as sound economic analysis has the potential to play an important role in the transformation of African economies towards sustainable development and poverty reduction. In 2007, the AfDB established a Development Research Department as part of the Bank’s reform process. The Department's activities focus on devising and undertaking a program of research and analysis on priority social and economic development issues that support the Bank's policy and operations agenda.
The Department comprises about 25 researchers in two Divisions. The Research Partnerships Division is seeking to strengthen its team of analysts by recruiting a Senior Research Economist with expertise in the areas of finance, trade and regional integration.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Division Manager, the incumbent is expected to play a major and visible role in carrying out the Division’s work program:
* Contribute to the Bank’s flagship publications, such as the African Economic Outlook and the African Development Report:
o Take responsibility for particular sections, and carry the analysis through from information collection to publication.
o articipate in dissemination events.
* Undertake empirical research on economic development:
o Conceptualize, carry out, and publish research papers in professional journals, collective volumes, and the Bank’s Working Paper Series.
o Participate actively in conferences, seminars, and other learning events.
* Contribute technical and analytical inputs to the work of the Bank’s Operations Complexes:
o Provide input into Country Strategy Papers.
o Participate in Economic Sector Work.
o Peer review project, program, and policy documents.
* Provide support to Senior Management:
o Prepare statements and policy briefs on economic development issues of current interest.
* Perform other duties as required.
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience
The successful candidate will possess the following profile:
* A Ph.D. in Economics or a related discipline. A Master degree complemented by a strong research background and proven record of publications in refereed journals may be acceptable.
* Five years of relevant professional experience in development policy research and analysis and the study of economic conditions in developing countries, notably Africa.
* Publication record on development economics in international peer reviewed journals.
* Sound knowledge and background in the use of statistical and econometric methods and packages.
* Evidence of the ability to design and manage research projects from conceptualisation to publication.
* Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French; a good working knowledge of the other language is highly desirable.
* Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work in teams and in an interdisciplinary environment, and sensitivity to cultural diversity.
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Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit (preferably electronically, to: recruit@afdb.org) a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), available from the Bank’s web site, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating date of birth and nationality. The President, ADB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
* Position N°: 0451
* Reference: ADB/10/121
* Publication date: 03/09/2010
* Closing date: 30/09/2010
Objectives
The African Development Bank places research and knowledge sharing at the center of its activities, as sound economic analysis has the potential to play an important role in the transformation of African economies towards sustainable development and poverty reduction. In 2007, the AfDB established a Development Research Department as part of the Bank’s reform process. The Department's activities focus on devising and undertaking a program of research and analysis on priority social and economic development issues that support the Bank's policy and operations agenda.
The Department comprises about 25 researchers in two Divisions. The Research Partnerships Division is seeking to strengthen its team of analysts by recruiting a Senior Research Economist with expertise in the areas of finance, trade and regional integration.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Division Manager, the incumbent is expected to play a major and visible role in carrying out the Division’s work program:
* Contribute to the Bank’s flagship publications, such as the African Economic Outlook and the African Development Report:
o Take responsibility for particular sections, and carry the analysis through from information collection to publication.
o articipate in dissemination events.
* Undertake empirical research on economic development:
o Conceptualize, carry out, and publish research papers in professional journals, collective volumes, and the Bank’s Working Paper Series.
o Participate actively in conferences, seminars, and other learning events.
* Contribute technical and analytical inputs to the work of the Bank’s Operations Complexes:
o Provide input into Country Strategy Papers.
o Participate in Economic Sector Work.
o Peer review project, program, and policy documents.
* Provide support to Senior Management:
o Prepare statements and policy briefs on economic development issues of current interest.
* Perform other duties as required.
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience
The successful candidate will possess the following profile:
* A Ph.D. in Economics or a related discipline. A Master degree complemented by a strong research background and proven record of publications in refereed journals may be acceptable.
* Five years of relevant professional experience in development policy research and analysis and the study of economic conditions in developing countries, notably Africa.
* Publication record on development economics in international peer reviewed journals.
* Sound knowledge and background in the use of statistical and econometric methods and packages.
* Evidence of the ability to design and manage research projects from conceptualisation to publication.
* Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French; a good working knowledge of the other language is highly desirable.
* Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work in teams and in an interdisciplinary environment, and sensitivity to cultural diversity.
Document download
Senior Research Economist (104 KB)
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit (preferably electronically, to: recruit@afdb.org) a fully completed Personal History Form (PHF), available from the Bank’s web site, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating date of birth and nationality. The President, ADB, reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
