Consultant - MFGD

Result of ServiceThe ultimate result of the service would be the formulation of informed, evidence-based policies and strategies that significantly enhance African export trade, industrial development, and economic growth. This would lead to improved resource mobilization for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, fostering sustainable economic development, reducing poverty, and promoting social equity across the continent. Ultimately, these efforts would contribute to a more resilient and prosperous African economy, better equipped to navigate global challenges. Work LocationAddis Ababa Expected duration5 weeks Duties and ResponsibilitiesBackground This position is in the Director’s office of the Macroeconomics, Finance and Governance Division (MFGD) of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). The division is headed by a director and reports to the Deputy Executive Secretary (Programme). The Division is responsible for supporting African member States in their efforts to accelerate economic transformation and inclusive growth through effective development planning, improved macroeconomic management and economic governance as well as better mobilization and allocation of domestic and international public finance. It is divided into four main sections: Macroeconomic Analysis, Development Planning, Economic Governance and Public Finance, and Finance and Domestic Resource Mobilization. Duties and Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Director, Macroeconomics, Finance and Governance Division (MFGD), ECA, the Consultant will be responsible for the followings: • Provides substantive economic analyses on African export trade, industry development, and economic growth, contributing to the production of the 2025 Economic Report for Africa: • Develops robust economic methodologies to analyze trends in African export trade, industrial development, and overall economic growth. • Collects and compiles relevant data from various credible sources to support in-depth economic analysis. • Conducts comprehensive analyses using quantitative and qualitative methods to identify key drivers and barriers to export trade and industrial growth in Africa. • Derives evidence-based policy recommendations to enhance trade policies, boost industrial development, and foster sustainable economic growth. • Participates actively in drafting relevant sections of the 2025 Economic Report for Africa, ensuring that findings are clearly presented and well-substantiated. • Prepares analytical reports, background papers, and inputs for publications that highlight the economic development trends and challenges faced by African nations. • Engages in outreach activities, including delivering presentations, conducting training workshops, and participating in seminars to disseminate findings and promote dialogue on economic development issues in Africa. • Assesses the financing gaps for African countries to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, using sound economic methodologies: • Develops and implements rigorous methodologies to assess the financing needs and gaps for achieving the SDGs in Africa. • Collects and analyzes economic and financial data to estimate the investment required for sustainable development initiatives across different sectors. • Conducts evaluations of current funding mechanisms and financial flows to identify gaps and recommend strategies to mobilize additional resources for SDG achievement. • Contributes to policy development by reviewing and analyzing issues and trends related to SDG financing, offering recommendations for enhancing resource mobilization and allocation. • Prepares detailed reports, policy briefs, and sections of the 2025 Economic Report for Africa that provide insights into financing gaps and potential solutions to meet SDG targets. • Supports the organization and facilitation of meetings, conferences, and workshops focused on SDG financing, including preparing background materials, proposing agenda items, and engaging with key participants. • Utilizes data visualization techniques to present findings on financing gaps and investment needs, making complex data accessible and understandable for decision-makers. Qualifications/special skillsAn advanced university degree (Master's level) in Economics or Public Policy, with a strong focus on macroeconomics, trade, and development economics, is required. Expertise in econometrics, particularly in time series and panel data analysis, as well as impact evaluation, is highly desirable. Additional coursework or certifications in econometrics and quantitative methods will be considered an advantage A minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in economic analysis, with a specific emphasis on macroeconomics, econometrics, and trade development, is required. Demonstrated experience using statistical software such as Stata, Python, and R is essential. Proficiency in using advanced econometric techniques for economic modeling and policy analysis is required. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in both written and oral English is required. Knowledge of French is an advantage. Additional InformationNot available. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.