Econometrician, Inclusive Economies & Gender Analytics

Better Than Cash; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UNDP seeks an Econometrician to advance inclusive economies and gender equality. You will apply econometric methods, conduct impact evaluations, and translate quantitative findings into actionable policy recommendations.

The role collaborates with national stakeholders and development partners to strengthen evidence-based decision making. The position sits within the Gender Team (BPPS) on Inclusive Economies, reporting to the Gender Specialist.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degrees (master’s degree or equivalent) in Economics, Gender Equality, Development Finance, or Public Administration, or other related areas are required.
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the above-mentioned field of study, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the application of econometric analysis and quantitative research to advance Inclusive Economies.
• Design and implement econometric models, simulations and statistical analyses to evaluate the effectiveness and distributional impacts of economic and social policies.
• Develop analytical outputs, visualizations and technical documentation to communicate findings to policymakers and other stakeholders.
• Support the design of indicators and measurement frameworks to assess progress on inclusive economic development and gender equality.

Skills

Econometric modelling

Causal inference

Data analysis

Policy evaluation

Gender economics

Data platforms

Education

Advanced degree in Economics or related

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Stata

R

Python

SQL

Job description

UNDP seeks an Econometrician to advance inclusive economies and gender equality. You will apply econometric methods, conduct impact evaluations, and translate quantitative findings into actionable policy recommendations.

The role collaborates with national stakeholders and development partners to strengthen evidence-based decision making. The position sits within the Gender Team (BPPS) on Inclusive Economies, reporting to the Gender Specialist.