Chief Country Economist, Handling Nigeria
Position title: Chief Country Economist, Handling Nigeria
Grade: PL-3
Position N°: 0768
Reference: ADB/13/069
Closing date: 30/05/2013
Objectives
Under the general supervision of the Director of the Regional Department, the incumbent will focus on macroeconomic work to deepen country knowledge, the coordination of the preparation of the Country Strategy Paper (CSP) and the preparation of Economic and Sector Work (ESW). In the event that the macroeconomic work of a country requires the services of more than one (1) economist, the incumbent will be supported by other economists, drawn from the Economic Management Division of the Sector Operations Vice Presidency. In cases where country or regional offices exist, the incumbent could be located in these Offices, working with the Resident Representative, with a dual reporting relationship to the Country and Regional Director. The incumbent will work in close collaboration with the Lead Economist.
Duties and responsibilities
Analyze the economic and financial situations of assigned Regional Member Countries (RMCs), using internal and external information sources, and determine the implications for the programming and updating of Bank Group operations such as defined in the Country Strategy Papers (CSP);
Examine the impact of Bank Group operations, in the countries concerned, of regional economic integration programmes, and make recommendations on the role of the Bank Group in assisting regional integration initiatives;
Coordinate the lending program and pipeline of projects within the framework of the Country Team; undertake assigned Economic and Sector Work, focusing mainly on issues of governance profiling, and papers on relevant economic and financial issues in the development process; identify, prepare, evaluate and monitor the implementation of macroeconomic programs;
Coordinate the preparation of CSPs, based on the RMCs’ Poverty Reduction Strategies and/or the Governments’ Development Agendas;
Actively monitor the implementation of the Bank’s portfolio in the assigned countries, as well as regional projects implemented by Regional Economic Communities, in collaboration with the Sector Departments;
Maintain effective communication with the Sector Departments and other relevant units in the Bank to ensure a coordinated approach in the implementation of the Bank’s Strategy and Lending Operations in assigned countries.
Participate in Country Portfolio Reviews;
Monitor implementation of measures under Budget Support Loans in collaboration with the Governance, Economic & Financial Management Department (OSGE);
Participate in aid coordination activities with bilateral and multilateral donors, with emphasis on promoting the co-financing of projects and programs;
Participate in the preparation of the Department’s budget and in the recruitment of consultants; prepare annual and triennial lending programs and briefs on economic reform and institutional support programs;
Serve as focal point and spokesperson on economic issues to external constituencies and expert groups;
Develop and build client relations at levels and play a promotional role in generating new business for the Bank;
Provide certain technical and practical advice and guidance to Principal and Senior Country Economists in order to improve the quality of their work, assist the Lead Economist in coordinating the work of Country Economists at the regional level;
Develop new approaches, procedures and techniques to improve the quality of execution of projects in the countries covered by the Department;
Selection Criteria
Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience
At least a Master’s degree (or its university equivalent) in Economics (preferably Macroeconomics/Econometrics) or a related development field.
Preferably a minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience in macroeconomic analysis, preferably gained with a development oriented institution.
Proven experience in the formulation of country and/or sector assistance strategies will be an advantage.
Client and results oriented individual, with strong analytical and communication (both verbally and in writing) skills, sense of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to deal with sensitive issues in a multi-cultural environment and to build effective working relations with colleagues.
Strong leadership and coaching skills, with a proven track record of working with economic teams and creating an empowering and self-development oriented work environment.
Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
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To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries.
Submitted by: Clement Opare, OIC, CHRM.1
Approved by: Joseph Badaki, Director, CHRM
Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply