ECONOMIC AFFAIRS OFFICER, P4
Quick answer
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in ADDIS ABABA is hiring an Economic Affairs Officer, P4 to support economic analysis and governance within the Macroeconomic Analysis, Institutions & Economic Governance Section. The position offers mid-level responsibilities including research, policy formulation, and technical cooperation.
- Role
- ECONOMIC AFFAIRS OFFICER, P4
- Organization
- United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)
- Location
- ADDIS ABABA
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Other
The role
The Economic Affairs Officer will be responsible for economic or sector analysis, intergovernmental support, technical cooperation, and general administrative tasks within the Macroeconomic Analysis, Institutions & Economic Governance Section of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA).
What you'll do
- Conducts studies of selected issues in macroeconomic analysis, economic governance, development finance, and economic development.
- Provides substantive support on economic issues to intergovernmental bodies.
- Designs and monitors technical cooperation projects on macroeconomic analysis, economic governance, development finance, public finance, and domestic resource mobilization.
- Supports junior staff by reviewing their work and providing feedback.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in economics or related field is required.
- A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in economic research and analysis, policy formulation, application of economic principles in development programmes or related areas is required.
- Experience in macroeconomic analysis and/or economic governance in the context of developing countries is desirable.
- A proven track record of refereed international academic publications, policy-oriented papers, articles, books, or chapters on macroeconomics and economic development is desirable.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia.
What is the compensation package like?
Compensation details are not specified in the job posting.
How do I apply for this position?
Applications can be submitted through the UN's online recruitment platform, inspira. The application deadline is August 31, 2026.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in economics or related field and at least seven years of relevant experience.
Is this position remote?
The job posting does not specify whether the role is remote, hybrid, or in-office. Please refer to the job description for more details.
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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