Debt & Risk Economist: Public Finance Policy Advisor

Prospera; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 1,086,169,000 - 1,629,254,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospera is seeking an Economist (Debt and Risk Management) to provide economic analysis and policy advice for the Budget and Debt Management Team. The role focuses on government debt, debt sustainability, fiscal surveillance and PFM reform in Indonesia, working with MoF and other counterparts.

The Economist will develop analytical models, conduct stress tests, and prepare notes and briefings to support policy dialogue and reform efforts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics, Public Policy, Finance or closely related field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in fiscal policy, public finance, debt management or related areas.
• Ability to conduct quantitative fiscal and debt analysis and to develop and apply economic/financial models.

Responsibilities

• Analyse public debt, government financing and fiscal risks.
• Conduct debt sustainability analysis, projections, scenario analysis and stress testing.
• Monitor fiscal and debt developments and assess risks for the government’s position.
• Support debt-management strategies and financing options and advise on policy.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Economic modelling

Data handling

Policy communication

Education

Master’s degree in Economics or related field

Tools

Stata

R

Python

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Prospera is seeking an Economist (Debt and Risk Management) to provide economic analysis and policy advice for the Budget and Debt Management Team. The role focuses on government debt, debt sustainability, fiscal surveillance and PFM reform in Indonesia, working with MoF and other counterparts.

The Economist will develop analytical models, conduct stress tests, and prepare notes and briefings to support policy dialogue and reform efforts.