Senior/Lead Economist, Economic Surveillance (International Economy)(Contract)

  • Singapore
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
[What the role is] The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is Singapore’s central bank and integrated financial regulator.As central bank, MAS promotes sustained, non-inflationary economic growth through the conduct of monetary policy and close macroeconomic surveillance and analysis. It manages Singapore’s exchange rate, official foreign reserves, and liquidity in the banking sector.As an integrated financial supervisor, MAS fosters a sound financial services sector through its prudential oversight of all financial institutions in Singapore – banks, insurers, capital market intermediaries, financial advisors, and stock exchanges. It is also responsible for well-functioning financial markets, sound conduct, and investor education.MAS also works with the financial industry to promote Singapore as a dynamic international financial centre. It facilitates the development of infrastructure, adoption of technology, and upgrading of skills in the financial industry.Join us now, if you have a genuine interest in making an impact to help shape Singapore’s economic and financial landscape.[What you will be working on]This position sits with our Economic Surveillance Department.To conduct surveillance and forecasting of Asian economies.To conduct research on international macroeconomic and financial trends and developments.To prepare and coordinate briefs, reports, and speeches for senior managementTo contribute to the work of staff with other country portfolios within MAS and in other government ministries/agenciesTo guide younger officers on general macroeconomic surveillance and analysis[What we are looking for]Minimum bachelor’s degree in economics10 years’ experience and exposure to macroeconomic analysis and forecasting
(Specialisation in the Asian economies would be an advantage)Economic analysis and econometric skillsCompetent grasp of macroeconomic frameworks, models, and theories to analyse and interpret economic developments, and to conduct simulation and forecasting exercisesGood economic research and writing skillsAbility to lead a small team of economists and research staffExcellent presentational skills and ability to represent MAS at meetings and conferencesThis is a 1-year contract position. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

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