Economic Affairs Officer, P3
Quick answer
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is hiring an Economic Affairs Officer (P3) in ADDIS ABABA, with a focus on economic and sector analysis, socio-economic databases, and policy papers. The position is not specified for compensation and has a deadline to apply by 09/22/2026.
- Role
- Economic Affairs Officer, P3
- Organization
- United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)
- Location
- ADDIS ABABA
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Other
The role
The Economic Affairs Officer will conduct economic and sector analysis, develop socio-economic databases, and prepare policy papers on regional and global economic and trade integration through economic diversification and industrialization.
What you'll do
- Develops socio-economic databases and qualitative information
- Conducts technical and empirical studies and prepares policy papers
- Attends international, regional, and national meetings
- Prepares speeches and other inputs for presentations by senior staff
- Assists in the organization and servicing of expert group meetings, seminars, etc.
- Prepares inputs for reports to intergovernmental bodies
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in economics or related fields
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in economic research and analysis
- Exposure to work on regional integration, industrialization, investment, trade and/or value chains
- Experience in conducting and publishing interdisciplinary, empirical and/or policy research
- Fluency in English and French, with knowledge of another UN official language as an advantage
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in economics or related fields, five years of relevant experience, and fluency in English and French.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the UN recruitment platform, inspira, by the deadline of 09/22/2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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