Economics Specialist

The Economics Specialist will be responsible for analyzing economic trends, developing policy recommendations, and providing data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making. This role plays a key part in shaping economic initiatives, evaluating sector performance, and ensuring alignment with national goals and regulatory frameworks. Key Responsibilities: Conduct economic research and analysis on macroeconomic and microeconomic issues. Monitor and evaluate economic indicators, sectoral performance, and policy impacts. Prepare economic forecasts, models, and reports to support strategic planning. Provide policy recommendations based on data-driven analysis and global best practices. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to assess economic opportunities and risks.

Support the development of economic policies, strategies, and regulatory frameworks. Prepare briefing notes, presentations, and reports for senior management and decision-makers. Stay updated on global and regional economic trends and their implications. Qualifications & Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Econometrics, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred). 2+ years of experience in economic research, policy analysis, or related roles. Strong background in statistical and econometric modeling. Proficiency in data analysis tools (e. g. , STATA, R, Python, or Excel). Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills. Strong communication skills, with ability to present complex findings clearly to non-technical audiences.

Familiarity with government policies, national economic strategies, and regulatory frameworks is a plus. Competencies: Strategic thinking and policy analysisData-driven decision-makingStakeholder engagementReport writing and presentationResearch and innovation mindset