Development Policy Economist for LDCs

GloJobs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 127,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

United Nations in New York seeks an Economic Affairs Officer (P-4) to monitor economic developments in LDCs and draft policy guidance, reports and recommendations. The role involves econometric interpretation, high-level presentations, and collaboration with intergovernmental bodies.

The incumbent will design development strategies, provide data-driven insights, and support program budgets, while advancing gender perspectives in all analyses.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in economics or related field.
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience in economic research and policy.
• English and French required; UN language levels.

Responsibilities

• Monitors economic and social developments in LDCs and advises on actions.
• Designs studies on economic development and drafts related reports.
• Develops policy recommendations for intergovernmental bodies.
• Prepares inputs for presentations and speeches by senior staff.
• Supports intergovernmental meetings and data-driven decision making.

Skills

Economic analysis

Policy formulation

Data visualization

Report writing

Intergovernmental support

Education

Master’s degree in economics

Tools

Econometric modelling

Job description

United Nations in New York seeks an Economic Affairs Officer (P-4) to monitor economic developments in LDCs and draft policy guidance, reports and recommendations. The role involves econometric interpretation, high-level presentations, and collaboration with intergovernmental bodies.

The incumbent will design development strategies, provide data-driven insights, and support program budgets, while advancing gender perspectives in all analyses.