Senior Economist, Inflation Forecasting, Monetary Policy

Lead and manage the Bank’s inflation forecasting and analytical work, encompassing the development, operation and continuous refinement of forecasting models and frameworks, to support the overall assessment on macroeconomic developments, outlook, and risks, in contributing towards the Bank’s monetary stability objectives.

1. Forecasting and Modelling: Lead the development, calibration and integration of inflation forecasting models and analytical frameworks to strengthen the Bank’s projections and scenario assessments, ensuring alignment with broader macroeconomic forecasts and policy deliberations.


2. Research: Direct and guide topical and thematic research related to inflation to enhance the Bank’s analytical understanding and improve forecasting methodologies.


3. Statistics: Manage and enhance data structures and statistical frameworks related to inflation to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and accessibility for forecasting and research purposes.


4. Stakeholder intelligence: Establish and maintain strong networks with internal and external shareholders, including relevant government agencies, industry bodies,and international counterparts, to gather on-the-ground intelligence that enriches forecasting and research work.


5. Communication: Oversee the generation and dissemination of original analytical content and narratives on inflationto ensure timely, accurate, and policy-relevant communication of forecasting and research findings:
   
   
   
   1. Produce analytical write-ups and communication materials for the Bank’s internal and official publications, and for Management deliberations.
   
   
   2. Provide inputs for external and public- or government-facing engagements, such as speeches, interviews, press soundbites, briefing slides, intervention points and feedback on papers and proposals received, to clearly convey the Bank’s analytical perspectives on inflation dynamics.
   
   


6. Management: Undertake and oversee administrative, operational, and governance responsibilities, including, but not limited to, coordination of departmental resources, risk and compliance management, and staff development, to ensure operational efficiency, business continuity, and a high-performing work environment. 

Academic: Bachelor’s Degree in Economics or related areas, Masters Degree in Economics (or higher) is an advantage

Experience: Preferably at least 5 years of working experience in the Economics and/or Financial Sector, either within or outside the Bank