Economist

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Organization

Arab Monetary Fund

Opening Date

Monday, December 23, 2024 - 12:00 to Monday, June 30, 2025 - 12:00

Job Purpose

The Economist is responsible for supporting the Training and Capacity Building Institute (TCBI) by conducting training courses, workshops, economic research, and analysis. This role supports the AMFu2019s mission to enhance economic stability of its member countries through training and development initiatives.

Key Accountability Areas and Activities

The key activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of methodologies for assessing training needs across member countries, in line with the Instituteu2019s strategic objectives.
• Engage with stakeholders in coordination with the director of the Institute, including member country representatives and internal departments, to gather information and insights on training requirements.
• Conduct gap analysis to identify capacity building needs and prioritize training areas based on analysis results.
• Design and develop programs that address identified training needs, ensuring content relevance and effectiveness.
• Tailor training programs to meet the specific needs of member countries and align with participants' roles and responsibilities.
• Implement quality assurance processes to maintain high standards in training content and delivery.
• Deliver or coordinate the delivery of training programs through various formats, including workshops, seminars, online courses, and blended learning.
• Ensure that training methods are interactive and engaging, promoting active learning and knowledge retention.
• Coordinate with relevant internal departments or divisions within the Fund that typically get involved in the training courses, especially in areas related to the organization of training programs including the preparation of the training venues, arrangements of hotels and visas for the training attendees, and the organization of press coverage, so that attendees are fully satisfied with the quality of the training programs and arrangements.
• Contribute to the research activities of the AMF, including studies and publications relevant to policy priorities in member countries.
• Develop training-related publications and materials to disseminate knowledge and best practices.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in economic analysis or finance, preferably in an international financial institution, research organization, ministries of finance, or central banks.
• Bacheloru2019s degree in business administration, finance, economics, investment management, or a related field.
• Masteru2019s degree in economics, finance, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and writing skills in Arabic and English. French, as a third language, is a solid advantage.

We offer an attractive package of benefits aligned with our employment policies, including a tax-free salary and supplementary allowances such as housing, furniture, air ticket, schooling, and comprehensive medical insurance.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Company Industry: Finance, Investment & Asset Management

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