Economic Analyst at Organization Of The Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)

Objective of Position

To analyze key indicators and forecast global economic development in the short- to medium- term with emphasis on developing countries and countries in transition; to consolidate findings for inclusion in the Monthly Oil Market Report as well as reports for OPEC Governing Bodies; to prepare occasional and topical reports/studies as requested.

Main Responsibilities

1. Analyses leading indicators of world economic development including trade, commodity prices and investments and on this basis monitors and forecasts short- to medium term developments with particular focus on developing countries and countries in transition.
2. Prepares and comments on an economic outlook for developing countries, including OPEC Member Countries, for the Monthly Oil Market Report and other reports. Prepares and presents associated materials to meetings of the ECB.
3. Contributes to economic studies in support of PSD analyses of oil demand in developing countries; monitors and assesses the impact of oil price, subsidies and taxation policies on the demand for oil.
4. Builds up and pursues collaborative networks with Member Countries’ and other countries’ academic and business institutions to enhance pertinent data gathering and analysis.
5. Participates in relevant task forces, external meetings and conferences in particular on subjects relating to analysis on and cooperation with oil consuming developing countries.
6. Carries out any other tasks assigned by the relevant superiors as pertain to his/her background, qualifications and position.

Required Competencies and Qualification

Education:

• University degree in Economics
• Advanced degree preferred

Work Experience:

• University degree: 8 years
• Advanced degree: 6 years

Training Specializations:

1. Macroeconomics, international trade and/or development economics,
2. Knowledge of applied econometrics and quantitative methods an asset
3. Knowledge of the oil industry an asset

Competencies:

1. Communication skills
2. Analytical and presentation skills
3. Interpersonal skills
4. Customer service orientation
5. Initiative and integrity

Deadline: 12 August 2023