Director, Project Economics & Infrastructure Finance

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) in New York seeks a Head of Project Economics to lead the unit responsible for assessing the economic viability of AIIB infrastructure investments. You will guide project screening, oversee cost-benefit analyses, and collaborate closely with investment teams to inform financing decisions.

The role requires an advanced economics degree (PhD preferred) and 8–10 years of relevant experience, with a strong track record in quantitative research, modelling,

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree, preferably Ph.D., in economics with research focus.
• 8–10 years of professional experience in development or financial institutions.
• Strong economic modelling and quantitative analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project economics team within AIIB's Economics Department.
• Oversee CBA and economic viability analyses for infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with investment teams to inform financing decisions.
• Contribute to AIIB's publications and knowledge leadership.

Skills

Leadership & people management

Economics research

Cost-benefit analysis

Macroeconomic analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

PhD in economics

Tools

Stata

R

Excel

Job description

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) in New York seeks a Head of Project Economics to lead the unit responsible for assessing the economic viability of AIIB infrastructure investments. You will guide project screening, oversee cost-benefit analyses, and collaborate closely with investment teams to inform financing decisions.

The role requires an advanced economics degree (PhD preferred) and 8–10 years of relevant experience, with a strong track record in quantitative research, modelling,