Economist

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF ROLE

The primary purpose of the role is to assist the Director to achieve the team’s objectives. The team is responsible for research and analysis related to fiscal strategy; economic policy and macro-economic forecasting, drafting reports and making recommendations to senior executives and Ministers. The team is also responsible for identifying and managing fiscal risks.

Through contributing to the team’s deliverables, the officer will ensure the effective achievement of  the Treasury’s objectives with impeccable integrity and effective risk management, to a level that can withstand external scrutiny.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Contribute meeting team deliverables ensuring that Treasury objectives are achieved consistent with better practice and international standards, and that fiscal risks are identified and mitigated.
2. Undertake high quality research and analysis into fiscal and economic issues, including broader economic policy and development opportunities in consultation with Planning and Aid Division and the Nauru Bureau of Statistics.

3. Provide timely and quality advice to senior executives and Ministers on fiscal and economic issues.
4. Develop, maintain and monitor macro-economic and budget models, including monitoring economic conditions and economic outlook (Nauru and rest of world)
5. Develop and monitor the medium-term fiscal strategy taking account of Government policy priorities and economic conditions
6. Draft annual and supplementary budget papers and briefings on fiscal and economic issues that are evidence based and able to withstand external scrutiny
7. Liaise with relevant international institutions on fiscal and economic issues
8. Build productive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
9. Develop and maintain a positive team culture, building team capability and resilience.
10. Actively contribute to a positive team culture and commit to personal development
11. Other duties as directed

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in economics or related discipline from a recognised university
• Up to 5years experience in a role in economic and fiscal analysis and public policy
• Experience with developing and maintaining economic models
• Experience drafting documents for publications

1. Commitment to achieving results, taking responsibility and committing to action
2. Strong analytical and economic modelling skills and to analyse and solve problems with practical solutions
3. Demonstrated ability to work independently and seek guidance when needed
4. Good written and oral communication skills in English
5. Demonstrated capacity to utilize computer programs to support daily operations, including Excel and Word
6. Attention to detail
7. High standard of integrity and commitment to personal development
8. Flexibility and resilience, with a demonstrated ability to work in a complex and challenging environment
9. Demonstrated ability to liaise, discuss and work effectively with other people
10. Service oriented approach, with a commitment to supporting the operational and corporate environment of the Treasury

Expression of interest letters must be electronically word processed and should state – full name, contact details (email, phone and address), and attached with curriculum vitae, copy of qualifications, supporting references and any other relevant attachments.

Interested persons may collect job application forms at Chief Secretary Department, Human Resource Section Government Office, Yaren.

Peta Gadabu
Secretary for Corporate Services
Human Resource & Labour
Chief Secretary Department
Government Office, Yaren
Email: petagadabu@gmail.com

Clarissa Scotty
Manager Recruitment & Employment Contracts
Human Resource & Labour
Chief Secretary Department
Government Office, Yaren
Email: clarissa.scotty@yahoo.com