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Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Economist (Macroeconomics) The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond-infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new Economist (Macroeconomics) The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond-infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity. The Economics Department is responsible for economic analysis in AIIB-which includes macroeconomic monitoring, analyzing country and sector infrastructure needs, debt sustainability, project economics-and thought leadership. The department also supports sector and investment strategies in the Bank, and produces AIIB's annual flagship publication, the Asian Infrastructure Finance. The Economist (Macroeconomics) will conduct research and analysis into macroeconomics and development related issues, as well as provide country coverage to support the activities of the Bank. Responsibilities: The postholder's key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Prepare regular updates and reports on country-, regional- and global economic developments. Conduct economic analyses and research, independently or in teams, as requested, on macroeconomics, development finance, infrastructure and other pertinent issues. Lead or assist in the preparation, publishing and dissemination of AIIB's analytical reports. Research and prepare background material for senior management's engagements-including talking points, speeches, etc.-on pertinent economic and infrastructure issues. Lead or assist in the organization of workshops, seminars and roundtables. Conduct cost-benefit analysis, undertake project reviews or other project support work, as require. Collaborate with other departments in select projects or task. Lead or work closely with others on tasks and programs important to the Economic Department, including by engaging internal and external (consultants, think tanks) stakeholders. Requirements: Minimum 5-8 years of relevant work experience in large and reputable international organization, financial or research institution, etc. Prior experience in infrastructure and development economics, or country analysis will be an advantage. Solid understanding of macroeconomics, such as macro-analysis, debt sustainability, macro-fiscal and macro-financial linkages, key statistics groups (national accounts, trade, industrial production), etc. Keen interest in the global economy, development finance, and other global issues such as climate change, biodiversity, etc. Experience in assessing country macroeconomic policies in a financial institution, credit rating agency, think-tank or international organization. Familiarity with concepts and methods used by major international financial institutions (IMF, World Bank, etc.), will be an advantage. Proficiency in common statistical software and data analysis. High sense of integrity and accountability. Ability to adapt and work under tight deadlines and in dynamic environments. Diligence, intellectual curiosity, willingness to learn and branch out into new areas. Collegial spirit, proactive attitude, facility to engage and work with others, excellent communication skills, including writing. A Master degree in economics (or equivalent). A doctoral degree in relevant field in lieu of work experience will also be considered. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation. Join in AIIB's mission to promote sustainable infrastructure investments and to improve social and economic outcomes in Asia and beyond. Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB. ALL CURRENT VACANCIES * Closing Date: All opportunities close at 11:59 p.m. (GMT+8) on the dates listed. ** Job Type: Recruitment of staff is conducted through a merit-based competitive selection process. AIIB shall strive to provide employment opportunities open to all suitably qualified applicants, regardless of religion, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation or nationality.

Economist (Macroeconomics)

<div><span style="font-size: 11px;">The Economics Department is looking to hire an Economist (Social Impact) to support AIIB's operations and thought leadership on socioeconomic issues. The Economist will focus on various aspects of social and inclusive development, including health, poverty, inequality, labor markets, social protection, and gender. Successful candidates will conduct research on the social and inclusive-development aspects of infrastructure development and integrate these dimensions into the operational work of the AIIB, including both project lending and policy-based finance.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><b>Responsibilities</b>:</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Work closely with other departments in the Bank to integrate social and inclusive dimensions as well as their intersection with climate change and nature into project design and reform matrices supporting policy-based lending operations.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Conduct economic analysis on health, poverty, inequality, labor markets, social protection, and gender in order to provide inputs about the appraisal, monitoring, and impact assessment of Bank-financed projects and policy loans.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Collaborate with other departments to further AIIB's gender and economic inclusion agenda, both upstream and downstream.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Support the Economics Department to advance research and thought leadership on socioeconomic issues and their intersection with climate change and nature, including through flagship reports, policy briefs, and technical reports.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Support the Head of Ecosystem on outreach, events, stakeholder engagements, and ad-hoc matters to build up the external research ecosystem.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Support the Chief Economist on D&amp;I matters, economic inclusion, and gender economics. This includes research work as well as stakeholder engagements.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Represent the Bank in technical discussions and policy forums related to health, poverty, inequality, labor markets, social protection, and gender.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;"><b>Requirements</b>:</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Advanced degree (PhD or Master's) in economics, development economics, public policy, or other related degrees, with a focus on social development, poverty analysis, health economics, or social protection economics.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in large international organizations, universities, research institutions, think-tanks, consultancy, or financial institutions.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Expertise and experience in development economics or relevant disciplines (e.g., health economics, inclusion economics, sustainable development). Experience in the design and implementation of project-level socioeconomic assessments, cost benefit analysis, and related work. An academic research record in development economics or policy-relevant publications would be a plus.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Proven application and track record of professional expertise in publications, policy analysis, or contributions to development operations and economic analysis of the social aspects of development and/or infrastructure programs and projects, including in sectors such as energy, transport, water, health, climate mitigation and adaptation, and urban development.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Knowledge of social and economic challenges in developing and emerging economies.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.</span></div><div><span style="font-size: 11px;">Strong interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of working independently and in a team setting and to adapt and work under tight deadlines and in a multicultural environment.</span></div>

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