Chief of Service, Economic Affairs
Quick answer
The United Nations is hiring a Chief of Service, Economic Affairs in NEW YORK, with a focus on global macroeconomic issues and leadership responsibilities, with a temporary job opening until 31 March 2027.
- Role
- Chief of Service, Economic Affairs
- Organization
- Department of Economic and Social Affairs, United Nations
- Location
- NEW YORK
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Other
The role
The position is in the Economic Analysis and Policy Division (EAPD) of the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA). The Chief of the Global Economic Monitoring Branch reports to the Director of EAPD and is responsible for formulating and implementing the work programme of the Branch, overseeing activities, and providing thought-leadership on economic and analytical activities.
What you'll do
- Formulates and implements the work programme of the Branch
- Oversees the management of activities undertaken by the Branch
- Provides programmatic/substantive reviews of the drafts prepared by others
- Leads the publication of the DESA flagship World Economic Situation and Prospects
- Provides thought-leadership to the economic and analytical activities undertaken by the Branch
- Prepares responses to requests for input on specific economic issues and country situations
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in macroeconomics, quantitative economics, econometrics or related area
- A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience undertaking global economic analyses
- Extensive knowledge and application of macroeconomics, international economics, and econometrics
- Experience in providing intellectual and managerial leadership to a team of economists and demonstrated supervisory skills
- Experience working in international or regional intergovernmental or multilateral organizations is desirable
- Experience in leading and overseeing preparation of publications and similar analytical products is desirable
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in NEW YORK.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in macroeconomics, quantitative economics, econometrics or related area, and at least fifteen years of progressively responsible experience undertaking global economic analyses.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the online recruitment platform, inspira, by visiting the provided link.
Is the job remote?
The work schedule is not specified, so it is unclear whether the job is remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on Department of Economic and Social Affairs, United Nations's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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