ECA
IRC is seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Senior Economic Affairs Officer in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Economic Affairs Officer
Location: Addis Ababa
Organization: UNECA – United Nations Economic Commission for Africa
Grade: Senior Level – P-5, International Professional (Internationally recruited position)
Occupational Groups: Economics
Closing Date: December 25, 2024
Organizational Context
The mission of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is to drive transformative change in Africa, anchored in the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063. ECA operates under five strategic directions, which include:
Positioning ECA as a leading knowledge institution that bridges global solutions and local challenges.
Developing macroeconomic and structural policies to enhance economic diversification and job creation.
Designing innovative financing models for infrastructure and social assets.
Addressing regional and transboundary challenges, emphasizing peace, security, and social inclusion.
Advocating for Africa’s interests in global governance.
The Macroeconomic, Finance, and Governance Division (MFGD) supports African member states in achieving inclusive growth through effective planning, improved macroeconomic management, and enhanced public finance mobilization. This position is located in the Macroeconomic Analysis Section and reports to the Director of MFGD.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Economic Affairs Officer, your responsibilities will include:
Economic and Sectoral Analysis
Lead the formulation and management of economic analysis programs, including macroeconomic modeling and forecasting.
Conduct rigorous macroeconomic studies on African development using qualitative and quantitative methods.
Supervise and coordinate a team of economists, ensuring high-quality outputs, including the Economic Report on Africa.
Identify emerging development issues and design programs to address them.
Manage expert group meetings and consultations to finalize work outputs.
Intergovernmental Support
Provide substantive support on macroeconomic issues to intergovernmental bodies.
Represent ECA in various international and regional meetings, advocating for policies and programs.
Technical Cooperation
Develop relationships with senior officials in member governments and provide technical assistance.
Lead or participate in relevant development projects.
Program Support
Oversee the section’s work plan, budget formulation, and administrative matters.
Participate in recruiting consultants and lead missions as a senior expert.
Other Duties
Provide training and guidance within the division and to member states.
Engage in divisional projects and initiatives as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Expertise in economic theories and concepts related to sustainable development. Ability to conduct independent research and develop policies.
Teamwork: Collaborative work style that values input from colleagues and supports collective goals.
Planning & Organizing: Skill in setting clear goals, prioritizing tasks, and effectively managing time and resources.
Leadership: Ability to inspire and guide others, driving change and maintaining effective relationships.
Managing Performance: Competence in delegating responsibilities and providing constructive feedback to team members.
Education
Required: Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in economics, macroeconomics, development economics, or a related field.
Preferred: Ph.D. in economics with a specialization in macroeconomics or development economics.
Work Experience
Required: Minimum of ten years of experience in macroeconomic research and policy formulation.
Desirable: Experience in international organizations, central banks, or finance ministries, especially within the African context.
Languages
Required: Fluency in English or French; knowledge of the other is desirable. Proficiency in additional UN languages is a plus.
Assessment
Qualified candidates may undergo an assessment exercise followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice
The United Nations is committed to achieving gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. All staff are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and may be assigned to any UN activity or office.
United Nations Considerations
The UN prioritizes the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates with violations of international law or serious criminal offenses will not be considered.
Application Process
Interested candidates should follow the application instructions on the UN recruitment platform. The UN does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
Closing Date for Applications: December 25, 2024.
Please ensure you meet the qualifications before applying.