Country Economists work with the country leadership team in developing and implementing the country strategy, identifying opportunities for policy influence, connecting researchers with policy makers and supporting the generation of research projects, and undertaking economic analysis and writing policy briefs. Senior Country Economists lead on establishing relationships with key stakeholders and work closely with the leadership team to shape and implement the country strategy. Additional responsibilities include leading on project generation, facilitating cross-country learning and conducting research. The team supports researchers in implementing research projects and identifying opportunities for policy engagement; manages country programme activities and generates reports on research and policy developments; contributes to the ongoing evaluation of the programme; supports the dissemination of research outputs to maximise policy impact; and works on IGC research projects where opportunities arise. The country leadership team includes a Country Director and Lead Academic and the team also includes a Junior Programme Officer.

Applicants should have strong economics skills, excellent quantitative skills in economic analysis, a sophisticated understanding of economic policy, and hold a post-graduate degree in economics, public policy, or a related discipline. Successful applicants will be dynamic self-starters with excellent written and oral communication skills. They will also demonstrate a team-oriented, respectful and collaborative approach to working with others. We expect to hire at least one fluent Arabic speaker. If not fluent, postholders should be learning Arabic.

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