Economist, Maghreb (Surveillance & Financing)

Arab Monetary Fund; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Arab Monetary Fund is seeking a senior economist to lead high-level economic analysis and policy advisory in support of lending programs and reform efforts. The role involves risk assessment, debt sustainability analysis, and preparation of policy notes for country authorities.

The candidate will conduct macroeconomic research, contribute to surveillance reports, and assist in technical assistance and capacity building for member countries.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of experience in economic or financial sector policy, preferably in international financial institutions, central banks, or ministries of finance.
• Master’s degree in Economics, Macroeconomics, Public Finance, or a related field.
• Strong experience in macroeconomic analysis, economic modeling, and policy advisory.

Responsibilities

• Assess the economic and financial eligibility of member countries requesting financing in line with AMF lending policies, including risk and debt sustainability analysis.
• Contribute to the preparation of policy notes highlighting economic challenges and recommending reform measures.
• Participate in consultations with member country officials to discuss and agree on economic reform programs.
• Provide economic and financial analysis, and assist in drafting letters of intent and required reports.
• Prepare monitoring reports on the progress of economic programs and reform implementation.
• Support the preparation of economic surveillance and country reports to provide forward-looking policy advice and promote sustainable growth.

Skills

Macroeconomic analysis

Economic modeling

Policy advisory

Certifications in economics

Education

Master's degree in Economics

Job description

The Economist is responsible for providing high-level economic analysis and policy advice in the context of economic surveillance and the follow up of economic reform programs, conducting in-depth assessment of the eligibility of member countries in the context of evaluating loans’ requests. His/her role also includes conducting policy-related research studies and contributing to AMF training activity, and technical assistance to member countries.

Key Accountabilities

• Assess the economic and financial eligibility of member countries requesting financing in line with AMF lending policies, including risk and debt sustainability analysis.
• Contribute to the preparation of policy notes highlighting economic challenges and recommending reform measures.
• Participate in consultations with member country officials to discuss and agree on economic reform programs.
• Provide economic and financial analysis, and assist in drafting letters of intent and required reports.
• Prepare monitoring reports on the progress of economic programs and reform implementation.
• Support the preparation of economic surveillance and country reports to provide forward-looking policy advice and promote sustainable growth.
• Monitor macroeconomic and financial developments in assigned countries to identify risks and challenges.
• Provide policy advice and technical assistance to support macroeconomic and structural policy formulation.
• Participate in internal and external committees and forums related to economic policy discussions.
• Draft policy briefs and recommendations in collaboration with AMF staff, stakeholders, and partners.
• Conduct in-depth macroeconomic and risk analysis at country and regional levels, including financing needs and debt sustainability.
• Conduct research studies on country, regional, and global economic issues aligned with AMF’s mandate.
• Contribute to AMF flagship economic reports, ensuring high analytical quality.
• Recommend improvements in data collection, analytical tools, and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Contribute to training programs, workshops, and capacity-building initiatives for member countries.
• Suggest improvements to AMF policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks.
• Review risk registers related to the department’s activities.
• Communicate complex economic findings through reports, presentations, and publications.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal departments, member country authorities, and international partners.
• Stay updated on regional and global economic developments and policy debates to support AMF strategic objectives.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• 5–6 years of experience in economic or financial sector policy, preferably in international financial institutions, central banks, or
• ministries of finance.
• Master’s degree in Economics, Macroeconomics, Public Finance, or a related field.
• Strong experience in macroeconomic analysis, economic modeling, and policy advisory.
• Additional certifications in economics or related fields are considered an advantage.