Assistant Director Economic Analysis

The International Air Transport Association; Genf; Hybrid; CHF 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Work from abroad policy

Birthday off

Job summary

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) in Geneva seeks an Assistant Director Economic Analysis to lead macro- and micro-economic research for air transport. You will coordinate with the Industry Analysis unit within the Sustainability and Economics Division to deliver high‑impact insights for policy makers and regulators.

You will drive research publications, manage a team of economists, and build internal/external relationships while contributing to IATA’s strategic agenda.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate studies in micro- and macro-economics, business, finance, statistics, and related fields.
• 8 years’ experience in economist roles, applying economic and statistical analyses to business and industry issues.
• Strong stakeholder management and inter-personal skills.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop the macro- and micro-economic research agenda for air transport.
• Produce research, publications, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Establish with the Director of Industry Analysis and the SVP strategic workplan and priorities.
• Lead the team with focus on personal development and backup for business continuity.

Skills

Economic analysis

Statistical analysis

Leadership

Stakeholder management

English communication

Education

PhD in economics

Master's in economics

Postgraduate studies in micro-/macro-economics

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent

Contract Duration:

Why you will love working here

At IATA, we represent over 350 airlines worldwide, striving to makeaviation safer, smarter, more sustainable, and inclusive.

• Our Values are not just words on a page - they are the energy behind everything we do: ONE IATA - We collaborate across teams, TRUSTED - We do the right thing, INNOVATIVE - We make tomorrow better, INCLUSIVE - We embrace diverse perspectives.
• With over 30,000 courses available, we believe in continuous learning and support your growth in an ever-changing industry.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion are our priorities. We are certified by the Equal Salary Foundation, offering equal pay and family-friendly policies.
• We encourage community involvement through volunteering and strive to make tomorrow better for aviation and our communities. We offer time off so you can support causes important to you.
• We promote work-life balance with flexible work options, including remote and hybrid work, a generous 'work from abroad' policy, and you get your birthday off!

About the team you are joining

The Assistant Director Economic Analysis, will report to the Director of Industry Analysis. The Industry Analysis unit is part of the Sustainability and Economics Division which mission is to strive for air transportation’s financial and environmental sustainability. This is a dynamic Division in an effervescent field, where we rely on our analytical strengths and privileged access to airline data to produce stellar research and analysis and provide thought leadership for our industry. We integrate sustainability in all our thinking and endeavours.

The Assistant Director Economic Analysis will be responsible for developing the macro- and micro-economic research agenda, in coordination with the Director of Industry Analysis, the other workstreams in our Division, and across IATA’s Divisions.

The Assistant Director Economic Analysis, will lead the work of a group of economists:

Monitoring and research of global and regional macro- and micro-economic developments

Ensure the macro-economic coverage and analysis of the global economy as well as the regions and major economies.

Undertake micro-economic research that includes the role of air transport in the global economy, competition issues, global trade and patters, connectivity and the air transport network, air traffic control, etc.

The Assistant Director Economic Analysis and the team will deliver presentations of the industry and global economic outlook to IATA’s internal and external stakeholders, including to regulators. These interactions rely on the quality of our research to gain access to policy makers and help set the agenda for the regulatory impetus concerning our industry as well as providing general thought-leadership.

What your day would be like

Develop the research agenda for analyzing macro- and micro-economic developments in the global economy and the regions, as they pertain to air transport.

Produce research, publications, and presentations to IATA’s internal and external stakeholders.

Establish with the Director of Industry Analysis and the SVP strategic workplan and priorities.

Lead the team with an emphasis on its members’ personal development and upskilling, as well as ensuring that all tasks have adequate backup for ascertaining business continuity.

Integrate the work of regional team members seamlessly into the research production process.

Develop and maintain key relationships internally and externally to promote IATA’s economic analysis of key issues.

We would love to hear from you if

• Postgraduate studies in micro- and macro-economics, business, finance, statistics, and related fields, PhD an advantage;
• 8 years’ experience in economist roles, applying economic and statistical analyses to business and industry issues to be able to provide thought leadership to our industry and to regulators;
• An ability to prioritize in a fast-evolving domain and deliver key output under tight deadlines;
• Must be analytical and detail- oriented while also grasping context, strategy, and vision on a global level;
• Strong stakeholder management and inter-personal skills;
• Experience in managing research professionals and strong personnel management skills;
• Strong communication skills, notably excellent English, both written and spoken, and any other language would be an asset.

Travel Required: 20%