Economist (Local) - Resident Representative Office for Jordan and Syria (MCD), based in Syria

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Duty Station: Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic

The IMF Resident Representative Office for Jordan and Syria is looking for a highly qualified ECONOMIST to join its team. This is a full-time position with benefits based in Damascus, offered on an initial one-year contract with the possibility of renewal for successive term of three years subject to continued need and satisfactory performance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Resident Representative, the Economist undertakes the following duties and responsibilities:

• Undertakes systematic monitoring, assessment, and evaluation of economic and related political developments/policies (particularly in the areas of production, prices, financial sector, money, fiscal issues, and the balance of payments) in Syria. Identifies problems and issues for discussion.  
• As appropriate, provides IMF staff with complete, accurate, and current information with respect to Syria's macroeconomic performance surveillance and develops and maintains databases. Responds to other internal requests for information.  
• Collects/analyzes data and prepares a variety of written and statistical outputs.  
• Contributes to institutional capacity building; monitors technical assistance provided by the Fund.  
• Develops and maintains effective relationships/contacts with national technical staff, donor institutions, IFIs, other organizations regarding developments in country of operation.  
• Assists visiting mission staff with respect to collecting and analyzing economic sector data. Prepares program/background notes for visiting missions.  
• Participates in missions to collect/analyze data as well as exchange information with Government/Private Sector officials.
• Coordinates with IMF communications department (COM) with respect to the development, implementation, and dissemination of an outreach and communication strategy within the country.  
• Performs other duties as required and assists in the smooth functioning of the office.

Qualifications and Experience

• MA/Ph.D. in macroeconomics, financial economics, or relevant fields, e.g., international economics, monetary economics, public finance, econometrics, labor economics, political economy, or international trade and finance, or international relations or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five or more years of relevant work experience (e.g., econometrics, statistics, finance) or equivalent experience. 
• Proficiency in software applications is required, e.g., Excel and or econometrics packages such as TSP, EViews, AREMOS, SAS, RATS, together with a knowledge of statistical and econometrics techniques and macroeconomic relationships.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including excellent spreadsheet and data analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently under the supervision of the Resident Representative.
• A collaborative attitude with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic.
• Candidates must be nationals or residents of the Syrian Arab Republic or be able to independently obtain a valid work permit before starting employment with the Fund. Proof of nationality, residency, and/or work authorization will be required prior to starting employment. The IMF will not sponsor or provide assistance for obtaining work permits.

Interested candidates who match the above criteria are requested to send (1) their CV along with (2) a cover letter in English.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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The IMF is guided by the principle that the employment, classification, promotion, and assignment of staff shall be made without discrimination against any person. We welcome requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process. Information on how to request accommodations will be provided during the application process.