Economic Affairs Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The position is located in the Policy Analysis and Development Branch of the Financing for sustainable-development-office" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Sustainable Development Office in the Department of Economic and Social Affairs of the United Nations. The organization is dedicated to promoting sustainable development through economic analysis and policy formulation. It aims to support member states in achieving their development goals, particularly in financing for sustainable development. The UN has a global presence, operating in numerous countries and employing thousands of staff members across various sectors.

Job Overview:
The Economic Affairs Officer will play a crucial role in monitoring economic developments and identifying key issues related to financing for sustainable development. This position requires the officer to design and conduct studies on selected issues, engage in economic analysis, and draft inputs for the annual Financing for Sustainable Development Report. The officer will provide substantive support to the General Assembly and ECOSOC, service inter-agency meetings, and formulate proposals for development strategies and policies. The role also involves organizing expert group meetings and seminars, preparing speeches, and overseeing training activities. The officer will be expected to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the overall goals of the Financing for Development Office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor economic developments and identify emerging issues in financing for sustainable development, focusing on public investment and public development banks.
• Design and conduct studies on selected issues, engaging in economic analysis and drafting inputs for reports and publications.
• Provide substantive support to the General Assembly and ECOSOC, including servicing inter-agency meetings related to the Financing for Development follow-up process.
• Formulate proposals for development strategies and policies for presentation to intergovernmental bodies.
• Organize expert group meetings and seminars, including drafting reports and providing administrative support.
• Prepare speeches and other inputs for presentations by senior staff, reviewing and providing feedback on junior staff's work.
• Undertake training activities, both internally and externally, to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Perform various administrative tasks necessary for the delivery of outputs from the Financing for Development Office.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong understanding of economic theories and concepts, particularly in the context of financing for sustainable development. They should demonstrate the ability to conduct independent research and in-depth analysis on economic topics, ensuring the validity and accuracy of data from various sources. Professionalism, effective communication skills, and a commitment to gender equality are essential. The candidate should also exhibit teamwork capabilities, valuing the input of colleagues and supporting group decisions.

Educational Background:
An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in economics or a related field is required. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience:
A minimum of seven years of experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, and the application of economic principles in development programs is required. Experience in policy analysis related to public investment and public development banks is desirable, as is experience in publishing work on global or regional financing for sustainable development policies.

Languages:
English is required for this position, with a minimum proficiency level of UN Level II in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. French is also a working language of the United Nations, and proficiency in French is considered an asset but not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
This position is temporarily available for six months with the possibility of extension, subject to the availability of funds and the extension of the mandate. The role is classified as a temporary assignment, and candidates should be aware that this does not guarantee future employment in the same position. The United Nations is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, or disability. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for applicants with disabilities upon request.