DIRECTOR, RESEARCH – Ministry of Finance and Economic Development

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 17 OF 2021

DIRECTOR, RESEARCH – E1 (XI)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified citizens for the position of Director, Research tenable within the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, under Economic and Financial Policy Division.

SALARY:                                   El         (P442 392 per annum)

LEAVE:                                     30          working days per annum

BENEFITS:                               i)      Optional contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Government pays 50% and Employee

pays 50%).

1. ii) A contract of 24 to 36 months, with gratuity at the rate to 30% payable upon expiry of the contract.

QUALIFICATION:                  Candidates should have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Policy Research

and Finance Administration. A Master’s Degree or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the stated field will be an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE:                         A minimum of sixteen (16) years relevant post qualification experience in financial.

socio-economic and macroeconomic Policy analysis and research, modelling and forecasting; at least two (2) years of which must have been served at E2 level or equivalent position in the Parastatal or Private Sector.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To direct and provide strategic and technical leadership in research work as well as ensure efficient and effective performance of the section

DUTIES

1. Provides advice on: economic growth; revenue generation, expenditure targets and fiscal rules; and sustainable debt levels, using appropriate modelling and forecasting tools.
2. Directs and monitors research projects and studies on issues of national interest relating to the Ministry’s mandate.
3. Coordinate and contributes to the preparation of detailed research reports, commentaries, economic policy papers and notes, quarterly bulletins, etc. and widely disseminates research information for policy making and wider use by the general public.
4. Evaluates and reviews macroeconomic, fiscal, financial and monetary policies using most recent data of key economic fundamentals and appropriate models.
5. Evaluates and monitors the fiscal policy landscape in the country against regional, domestic and/or global developments/shocks.
6. Analyses impact of policies to promote economic growth and diversification and also evaluates the projected and actual impact of tax policies and tax changes.
7. Monitors and evaluates developments within financial sector development and financial inclusion.
8. Monitors natural capital accounting and adjusted macroeconomic indicators.
9. Provides updated macroeconomic forecasts and models the impact of socio-economic policy scenarios
10. Coordinates data collection, analysis and report writing and develops data management strategies
11. Monitors the exchange rate policy and impact as a member to the Exchange Rate Committee of senior officials.
12. Contributes to the development and implementation of fiscal rules and debt management strategies
13. Develops networks with the research units in other Ministries, Public/Private Policy Research Institutions and other professional bodies for exchange of research information and expertise.
14. Liaises with external public sector bodies and the private sector regarding the availability and provision of data and data collection methods
15. Guides the implementation of Performance Management System to promote productivity.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Analytical and Strategic Thinking
• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Teamwork and Partnering
• Communicating Effectively
• Supervision and Accountability
• Planning and Execution
• Innovating and Driving Change
• Delivering Quality Service