Requisition ID
20445
Office Country
Egypt
Office City
Cairo
Division
VP, Policy and Partnerships
Dept. / Bus. Group
External Relations and Partnerships
Business Unit: Economics, Policy & Governance
Contract Type
Regular
Contract Length
Posting End Date
31/03/2021
Purpose of Job
The Associate Director, Lead Regional Economist heads our macroeconomic and structural reform analysis and policy advice for one of the Bank's sub-regions. He/she is located either in London or in one the Bank's ROs (the “regional hubâ€) in this region.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
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Lead Bank's assessment of macroeconomic developments, monitoring of structural reforms and policy dialogue in his/hers area of expertise in the selected countries. Specifically, provide macroeconomic and structural reform advice; conduct and facilitate policy dialogue in close coordination with EPG's sector economists, country Regional Offices (ROs) and other EBRD departments; and interact with country authorities, the private sector, local think tanks, academia, clients and other IFIs.
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Lead EPG's input to country strategies (CS) and country strategy updates (CSUs) in these countries under the coordination of VP Policy and Partnerhsips;
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Support EBRD bankers in local ROs and sector economists to identify priority areas and potential projects with high transition impact; help interface project design with sector economists and provide input to the assessment phase of major projects.
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As per EPG's Scorecard, accountable in his/her area of sector responsibility for (i) the achievement of country policy dialogue objectives; and (ii) leading and coordinating contributions to country diagnostics study.
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Oversee the drafting of economic reports, including inputs for the region and its countries for EPG's regular forecasting exercise and EBRD's Regional Economic Prospects, Transition Report country assessments and briefing notes for EBRD senior management.
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Communicate EPG's views on the region's economies, and provide inputs to inform Bank's positions on policies in these countries to be shared with the media, clients and in various public forums.
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Manage or lead selected TC projects related to EBRD operations and policy dialogue in the region and be responsible for mobilising donors' funds for specific assignments.
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The job will require extensive travel to the assignment countries from HQ or the regional hub.
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Directly accountable for the engagement and effective overall management of staff including recruitment, compensation (as agreed with the Head of Department:, if applicable), performance management, coaching and development.
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Champion and role model the Bank's Behavioural Competencies and Corporate Behaviours, ensuring adherence within the team(s) so that the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct are exhibited at all times
Qualifications & Skills / Experience & Knowledge
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Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in economics or related field from a leading university;
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Strong knowledge of economic policy issues facing transition economies and emerging markets;
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Extensive relevant postgraduate professional experience, preferably in an international organization, government agency, think tank or other policy environment;
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Experience with policy and policy-relevant research on emerging market economies, in particular, on countries of operation of the EBRD;
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Knowledge in one or more sector policy areas (financial sector, energy and infrastructure, competition policy, agribusiness) and project experience would be a major plus;
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Excellent personal skills;
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Excellent communication and writing skills in English at the standard required for professional publication and official documents;
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Experience in team management would be a major advantage;
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Fluency in one or more of the languages of the region would be an advantage.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in teams as well as independently;
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Ability to plan and organise work unsupervised;
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Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines;
Diversity is one of the Bank's core values which are at the heart of everything it does. A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working.
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