Public Policy Economist - Forecasting & Impact

Ministry of Energy, Trade and Industry; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Economist Service in Singapore invites economists to contribute to policy‑making across ministries. Economists undertake economic research and analysis to sharpen public policy and inform decisions for Singaporeans.

You will apply econometrics, forecasting and data science methods, and clear communication to assess policy impacts and simulate scenarios. You will collaborate with METI, the Ministry of Finance and other agencies to support evidence‑based budgeting and reform efforts.

Qualifications

• Degree/Masters/PhD in Economics or quantitative fields (Statistics, Applied Math, CS, Data Analytics, Engineering).
• Strong passion for empirical research and solving complex problems with quantitative approaches.
• Strong quantitative skills for forecasting, policy modelling, simulations, and impact evaluation.
• Excellent communication skills to express complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Surveillance & Forecasting - monitor global and domestic developments and assess impact on the economy.
• Economic Research - investigate topics relevant to public policies and government schemes’ outcomes.
• Policy Analyses - support planning and implementation of public policies and evaluate impacts.

Skills

Strong quantitative skills

Excellent communication skills

Empirical research

Education

Degree / Masters / PhD in Economics or quantitative disciplines

Tools

STATA

R

Python

Job description

The Economist Service in Singapore invites economists to contribute to policy‑making across ministries. Economists undertake economic research and analysis to sharpen public policy and inform decisions for Singaporeans.

You will apply econometrics, forecasting and data science methods, and clear communication to assess policy impacts and simulate scenarios. You will collaborate with METI, the Ministry of Finance and other agencies to support evidence‑based budgeting and reform efforts.