Associate Economist
Quick answer
UNHCR is hiring a temporary Associate Economist to perform socio-economic data analysis and support refugee self-reliance initiatives.
- Role
- Associate Economist
- Organization
- UNHCR
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
- Apply by
- 2026-06-20
The role
The Associate Economist will support the UNHCR's Division of Resilience and Solutions by analyzing socio-economic data to improve outcomes for refugees and host communities. The role involves managing data collection projects, performing econometric analysis using R or Stata, and coordinating research partnerships with stakeholders like the World Bank. The incumbent will help measure GCR objectives by monitoring poverty indicators and contributing to evidence-based policy development. This is a temporary assignment focused on enhancing refugee self-reliance through data-driven insights and humanitarian-development collaboration.
What you'll do
- Design and implement socio-economic welfare assessments for displaced populations.
- Perform econometric data analysis using R and Stata tools.
- Coordinate data collection activities with national statistics offices and partners.
- Draft research papers, policy briefs, and analytical reports.
- Manage research project lifecycles and identify funding opportunities.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, or International Business.
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in economics and research.
- Proficiency in statistical software such as R or Stata.
- Experience in poverty modeling and large-scale dataset analysis.
- Ability to work effectively with international financial institutions and government partners.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
What is the application deadline for this role?
All applications must be submitted by June 20, 2026.
What level of education is required to apply?
Candidates must hold at least an undergraduate degree in Economics, Statistics, International Business, or a related field.
What is the expected compensation for this position?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
Is this a remote position?
The posting indicates this is a standard in-office role within the UNHCR operational framework.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNHCR's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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