Economic Research Officer at SPM Professionals Limited

Description

• Design, estimate, and evaluate complex econometric models (e.g., VAR, VECM, ARIMA, GARCH, Panel Data models) using EViews and Stata.
• Process, clean, and manage large-scale micro and macro dataset series (time series, cross-sectional, and panel data).
• Perform rigorous diagnostic testing, unit root tests, cointegration analyses, and structural breaks tests to ensure empirical reliability.
• Monitor regional, national, and global economic trends, monetary/fiscal policies, and financial market indicators.
• Produce short-term and long-term macro/microeconomic forecasts for key indicators (e.g., inflation, GDP growth, exchange rates, interest rates).
• Author high-quality research papers, policy briefs, quarterly economic outlooks, and thematic reports.
• Translate complex econometric findings into clear, actionable executive summaries, charts, and presentations for non-technical stakeholders.
• Prepare dynamic statistical dashboards, data visualizations, and comparative analytical tables.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide data-backed rationale for strategic planning and risk management.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, Applied Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 yearof proven experience in quantitative economic research, financial modeling, or policy analysis.

Technical & Quantitative Proficiency:

• Advanced command of Stata syntax (do-files), data cleaning/reshaping, panel data models (Fixed/Random Effects, System GMM), and microeconometrics.
• Expert-level mastery of time-series analysis, forecasting methodologies, GARCH modeling, VAR/VECM estimation, and EViews programming/scripting.
• High familiarity with global and regional economic databases (e.g., World Bank Data, IMF eLibrary, Bloomberg Terminal, Fred/FRED API, Haver Analytics).
• Advanced MS Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, macros) and proficiency in PowerPoint for reporting.