Economist
Apply NowCompany: The World Bank Group
Location: Washington, DC 20011
Description:
Economist
Job #:
req32825
Organization:
World Bank
Sector:
Economics
Grade:
GF
Term Duration:
2 years 0 months
Recruitment Type:
International Recruitment
Location:
Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s):
English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date:
5/1/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Description
Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org
The Development Economics Vice Presidency (DEC) seeks to increase understanding of development policies and programs by providing intellectual leadership and analytical services to the World Bank Group and the development community. DEC is the research and data arm of the World Bank Group. The Global Indicators Group (DECIG) through its Business Ready (B-READY) flagship product will provide a quantitative assessment of the business environment for private sector development, published with annual frequency and covering most economies worldwide. B-READY data and summary reports will aim to advocate for policy reform, inform specific policy advice and provide data for development policy research.
The Subnational team (DECSN) applies the B-READY methodology and produces studies benchmarking locations within a single country or region. These studies will abstract from large differences across legal frameworks in different countries to capture local differences in business regulation, public services, and their enforcement. Project implementation includes a strong engagement model with national and local governments to build capacity and motivate reforms through peer-to-peer learning.
We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join DECSN as an Economist. The ideal candidate will possess strong dataset management skills and experience working with large and multiple datasets. The position requires excellent command of Stata, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and multicultural environment, and exceptional organizational skills. Proficiency in R or Python is a plus.
Key responsibilities include:
Conducting data analysis using STATA and Excel.
Setting up and implementing questionnaires in Survey Solutions.
Providing analytical support to the team.
Preparing presentations and generating research outputs.
Position will entail 50% research and 50% data work to support the team's work programs.
The selected candidates will report to the DECSN manager and will work closely with other DECSN colleagues.
DECSN website: https://www.worldbank.org/en/businessready/subnational
Responsibilities:
Duties will include, but not be limited to the following:
Manage all project expert and firm-level data for the DECSN team, ensuring consistent data collection, coding, scoring, and publication processes.
Prepare and maintain Excel coding sheets for data collection and scoring.
Collaborate closely with the ITS to develop a Data Management Platform for DECSN, which will be used for storing, coding, and scoring data.
Program and execute STATA files to produce scores using the B-READY methodology.
Generate STATA data outputs, analyses, graphs, tables, and Excel outputs based on demand.
Provide analytical and research support to the team. Develop graphs, tables and other visuals for the DECSN reports.
Support the coding of questionnaires in Survey Solutions, ensuring a uniform approach to questionnaire design.
Coordinate the use of firm-level data with the Enterprise Analysis Unit, and analyze and compute scores using Enterprise Surveys data at the regional level.
Produce and publish rigorous academic research using DECSN data and present research findings at conferences.
Selection Criteria
Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in analytical work.
At least a Master's degree in economics or another social science, with extensive coursework in statistics and/or econometrics.
Experience working with survey data - data cleanup, data analysis.
Proven ability to work with large, multiple datasets under strict deadlines.
Proven track record of producing innovative and impactful research in the areas of private sector development. Demonstrated research with using B-READY data is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to meet firm deadlines and excellent organizational skills.
Good familiarity with Survey Solutions.
Strong team collaboration skills.
Proficiency in R or Python is a plus.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
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.
This internal requisition is open to WBG andIMF staff only (including short-term and extended term consultants/temporaries). External candidates are requested not to apply. In case anexternal candidate applies, their application will not be considered.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.
Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.
Job #:
req32825
Organization:
World Bank
Sector:
Economics
Grade:
GF
Term Duration:
2 years 0 months
Recruitment Type:
International Recruitment
Location:
Washington, DC,United States
Required Language(s):
English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date:
5/1/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Description
Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org
The Development Economics Vice Presidency (DEC) seeks to increase understanding of development policies and programs by providing intellectual leadership and analytical services to the World Bank Group and the development community. DEC is the research and data arm of the World Bank Group. The Global Indicators Group (DECIG) through its Business Ready (B-READY) flagship product will provide a quantitative assessment of the business environment for private sector development, published with annual frequency and covering most economies worldwide. B-READY data and summary reports will aim to advocate for policy reform, inform specific policy advice and provide data for development policy research.
The Subnational team (DECSN) applies the B-READY methodology and produces studies benchmarking locations within a single country or region. These studies will abstract from large differences across legal frameworks in different countries to capture local differences in business regulation, public services, and their enforcement. Project implementation includes a strong engagement model with national and local governments to build capacity and motivate reforms through peer-to-peer learning.
We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join DECSN as an Economist. The ideal candidate will possess strong dataset management skills and experience working with large and multiple datasets. The position requires excellent command of Stata, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and multicultural environment, and exceptional organizational skills. Proficiency in R or Python is a plus.
Key responsibilities include:
Conducting data analysis using STATA and Excel.
Setting up and implementing questionnaires in Survey Solutions.
Providing analytical support to the team.
Preparing presentations and generating research outputs.
Position will entail 50% research and 50% data work to support the team's work programs.
The selected candidates will report to the DECSN manager and will work closely with other DECSN colleagues.
DECSN website: https://www.worldbank.org/en/businessready/subnational
Responsibilities:
Duties will include, but not be limited to the following:
Manage all project expert and firm-level data for the DECSN team, ensuring consistent data collection, coding, scoring, and publication processes.
Prepare and maintain Excel coding sheets for data collection and scoring.
Collaborate closely with the ITS to develop a Data Management Platform for DECSN, which will be used for storing, coding, and scoring data.
Program and execute STATA files to produce scores using the B-READY methodology.
Generate STATA data outputs, analyses, graphs, tables, and Excel outputs based on demand.
Provide analytical and research support to the team. Develop graphs, tables and other visuals for the DECSN reports.
Support the coding of questionnaires in Survey Solutions, ensuring a uniform approach to questionnaire design.
Coordinate the use of firm-level data with the Enterprise Analysis Unit, and analyze and compute scores using Enterprise Surveys data at the regional level.
Produce and publish rigorous academic research using DECSN data and present research findings at conferences.
Selection Criteria
Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated experience in analytical work.
At least a Master's degree in economics or another social science, with extensive coursework in statistics and/or econometrics.
Experience working with survey data - data cleanup, data analysis.
Proven ability to work with large, multiple datasets under strict deadlines.
Proven track record of producing innovative and impactful research in the areas of private sector development. Demonstrated research with using B-READY data is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to meet firm deadlines and excellent organizational skills.
Good familiarity with Survey Solutions.
Strong team collaboration skills.
Proficiency in R or Python is a plus.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
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.
This internal requisition is open to WBG andIMF staff only (including short-term and extended term consultants/temporaries). External candidates are requested not to apply. In case anexternal candidate applies, their application will not be considered.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.
Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.