Overview
The Young Professional Officer (Economist) will provide technical, statistical, and analytical inputs to support the work of the Food and Agricultural Market Analysis team on agricultural commodity markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyses relevant technical social, economic, environmental, and technology information, data and/or statistics for input in various documents.
- Maintains records and updates databases and web pages.
- Provides technical support to various projects.
- Collaborates in the development of training tools and materials and the organization of workshops/seminars, etc.
- Participates in the organization and follow-up of meetings, consultations and conferences, the production of required materials and the provision of information and assistance to partners.
- Supports the development, maintenance and quality assurance of databases and indicators on agricultural commodity markets and prices.
- Contributes to economic and quantitative analyses on factors affecting agricultural commodity markets, including price dynamics, macroeconomic linkages and trade-related developments.
- Assists in the preparation of analytical outputs, such as reports, technical notes, policy briefs, presentations and datasets, including the production of the Commodity Market Review report.
- Provides support in the monitoring and assessment of market developments, emerging issues, policy changes and other factors affecting agricultural commodity markets and identifies their potential implications.
- Supports the organization of meetings, workshops and technical consultations, including preparation of background materials and follow-up activities in the field of agricultural commodity markets.
- Contributes to capacity development activities, including the development of training materials, analytical tools and knowledge products on topics related to agricultural commodity markets.
- Performs other duties as required.
Required Experience
One year of relevant experience in economic research and quantitative analysis, including experience in international markets and trade, econometrics and/or economic modelling, and database management. Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable. Relevance of experience in commodity market analysis and economic research, including familiarity with statistical and econometric methods will be an asset. Relevance of experience in the development and management of databases using macroeconomic data.
Qualifications
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in economics, agricultural economics, macroeconomics, international trade, development economics, or a related field. A Ph.D. in relevant field is a strong asset.
