Summary
Arab Monetary Fund is seeking an Economic Advisor in Abu Dhabi to provide the Director General and Board with strategic economic analysis. The role advises on macroeconomic risks and policy opportunities, leads research and forecasting, and represents the organization in high-level policy forums. Candidates should have 15 or more years of senior experience in macroeconomics, economic policy, or financial sector analysis, with a strong background in modeling and forecasting. A Ph.D. is preferred; a master’s degree is acceptable with significant senior experience.
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JOB PURPOSE
The Advisor, Chief Economist provides the Director General and Board with strategic economic insights, expert analysis, and forward-looking assessments to support high-level decision-making. The role leads economic intelligence, produces high-impact research, and strengthens AMF’s position as a regional reference in macroeconomic policy and economic strategy.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
Key Accountabilities
- Provide the Director General and Board with authoritative, evidence-based economic assessments to support strategic decisions, institutional priorities, and regional policy engagement.
- Advise on macroeconomic risks, global shocks, and structural reform opportunities affecting Arab economies.
- Produce forward-looking economic scenarios, strategic outlooks, and impact assessments on key global and regional trends.
- Lead development of institutional positions on critical economic issues (inflation, fiscal sustainability, financial markets, digital economy, economic integration)
- Oversee the design and production of high-level economic research, white papers, policy briefs, and strategic notes for both internal and external audiences.
- Guide cross-departmental research collaboration to strengthen AMF’s analytical rigor and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
- Identify, initiate, and supervise specialized research projects in macroeconomics, financial stability, digital transformation, climate economics, and innovation policy.
- Review regional and global data trends to produce timely insights on economic conditions across member states.
- Develop and refine forecasting tools and models to evaluate macroeconomic performance, policy impacts, and emerging risks.
- Ensure that forecasts, indices, and analytical outputs maintain world-class quality standards and methodological integrity.
- Represent AMF in high-level economic forums, policy discussions, and international engagements with central banks, ministries of finance, international organizations, and academic institutions.
- Strengthen strategic partnerships with global think tanks, research centers, and multilateral financial institutions.
- Promote AMF’s role as a regional leader in economic intelligence and thought leadership.
- Champion the use of advanced analytical tools, big data, and digital platforms to enhance the quality and timeliness of economic insights.
- Promote innovative approaches to analyzing economic transformations, including AI applications, digital finance, and climate-related macroeconomic impacts.
- Oversee preparation of AMF’s flagship economic publications and ensure broad dissemination of key findings.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge and Experience:
- 15+ years of senior-level experience in macroeconomics, economic policy, or financial sector analysis.
- Strong background in economic modeling, forecasting, and policy evaluation.
- Proven experience advising senior executives or decision-makers.
- Strong communication skills, with ability to present complex analysis clearly.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, or related field (preferred).
- Master’s degree acceptable with significant senior experience.
Competencies
Drives Results & Performance (Advanced)
Effective Communication (Advanced)
Professionalism (Advanced)
Demonstrating Courage (Advanced)
Develops Talent (Advanced)
Builds Partnerships (Advanced)