PROSPERA - Vacancy - Research Officer (Macro)

 

PROSPERA – Research Officer (Macro) – 2(two) positions*

 

*Please note that if you have applied for Research Officer (Policy and Strategy), you don’t need to apply for this position. Your application will also be considered for this position and vice versa.

 

The role
Prospera seeks 2 (two) Research Officers (Macro) to provide the analytical foundation for Prospera’s works in addressing the analytic needs of practice areas, responding to new and emerging policy issues, and framing macroeconomic policy issues. The Research Officers (ROs) will undertake research and data analysis related to economics governance and policy issues: macroeconomic development and inclusive growth, green economy and sustainable development, financial sector stability, private sector development, as well as the revenue and spending policy issues. The ROs are expected to support preparation of papers and presentation materials, as well as coordinate and present analysis of economic policy issues assigned to Breakthrough 2 – Macro. A strong knowledge on macroeconomic issues and/or green economy is preferable, and a strong quantitative skill is essential.

Please click here to access the Terms of Reference detailing responsibilities and selection criteria:

 

About you (Selection Criteria)
The candidate will possess strong qualifications and experience as follows:

·         Tertiary qualifications in economics and/or a related discipline are essential, with post-graduate qualifications preferred. Strong quantitative skills will be essential.

·         A minimum of 2 years’ professional experience working on economic policy and related economic issues.

·         Ability to conduct research and analysis on difficult, but well-defined tasks; articulate issues and recommend solutions.

·         Knowledge and experience working on the Indonesian economy and with Indonesian policymakers.

·         Excellent written communication skills with fluency in Bahasa Indonesia and English (both written and oral), including advocacy and presentation skills.

 

About the program
Prospera is a partnership facility between the Government of Australia (through Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade) and the Government of Indonesia. It aims to foster strong, sustainable, and inclusive economic growth in Indonesia. Commencing from 1 March 2018, Prospera is a planned five-year investment.

 

Remuneration
The remuneration will be set according to National Remuneration Framework Group C, Job Level 1. The remuneration level at which the Research Officers (Macro) are engaged will be based on the successful candidates’ relevant skills and experience. The role is based in Jakarta.

 

How to apply
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