Senior Economist
Job # : req33685 Organization : IFC Sector : Economics Grade : GG Term Duration : 3 years 0 months Recruitment Type : International Recruitment Location : Accra,Ghana Required Language(s) : English,French Preferred Language(s) : Closing Date : 7 / 18 / 2025 (MM / DD / YYYY) at 11 : 59pm UTC
Description
IFC — a member of the World Bank Group — is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and boost shared prosperity on a livable planet. For more information, visit .
The IFC 3.0 strategy aims to stimulate more investment activity across emerging markets, especially in Low-Income Countries (LICs) and Fragile and Conflict-affected States (FCS). We aim to create, deepen, and expand markets and design and develop impactful investment projects. This strategy is, in part, premised on improved country / sector diagnostic, strategic, and public sector engagement capabilities, which seek to : 1) resolve obstacles to private sector growth via diagnostic and strategic work that informs both IFC operations and relevant IBRD / IDA policy operations; and 2) overcome the shortage of investable projects in priority markets by proactively improving the private sector ecosystem at the country and regional level.
The Unit is seeking to recruit seasoned senior economist (G2) to make significant contributions to the analytical and strategy outputs in shaping the operation of the unit, which ranges from the production of macroeconomics reports as well as sector analytics, including country private sector diagnostics (CPSDs) with the view to sharpen reform recommendations to create opportunities for private investment.
We seek a motivated and dynamic professional with strong economic analytical skills, private sector development related policy experience, and team spirit. The position is based in Accra, Ghana.
Duties and Responsibilities :
The Senior Economist will work under the general supervision of the manager of Country Advisory and Economics in North, West, and Central Africa to ensure the high-quality diagnostics and advisory delivery. Specifically, he / she will
Selection Criteria
WBG Culture Attributes :
1. Sense of Urgency – Anticipating and quickly reacting to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful Risk Taking – Taking informed and thoughtful risks and making courageous decisions to push boundaries for greater impact.
3. Empowerment and Accountability – Engaging with others in an empowered and accountable manner for impactful results.
The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Senior • Accra, GH