The IFC a member of the World Bank Group is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. Our mission is to leverage the power of the private sector to end extreme poverty and promote shared prosperity in a sustainable way. For more information, visit www.ifc.org. The IFC 2030 strategy is focused on mobilizing private capital at scale to create more and better jobs in emerging markets. The strategy rests on four interconnected pillars: shifting IFC's role from primarily holding investments to acting as a distribution platform that attracts institutional capital; expanding equity investments by building specialized platforms and managing associated risks; strengthening support for MSMEs by directly investing in promising firms and leveraging digital platforms; and transforming internal operations by enhancing investor relations, building specialized skills, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration across the World Bank Group. The IFC's Country Advisory and Economics unit for Europe (CEUAE) is seeking to recruit a (Senior) Economist to be based in Kiev to support WBG country engagement in Ukraine with strong emphasis on mobilizing private capital for reconstruction and growth, driving financial and private sector development, and supporting Ukraine's integration in European markets and value chains. The role reports to CEUAE manager based in Paris, and the selected candidate will work closely with a team of economists and advisory specialists in the unit, as well as with the rest of IFC's country team. Duties and Accountabilities: • Provide thought leadership and strategic advice on post-conflict economic recovery and private sector revitalization, aligning IFC's investments and advisory services with broader national recovery goals. • Serve as the focal point in Kyiv for private and financial sector policy issues, ensuring that IFC's interventions are grounded in sound economic diagnostics and contribute to long-term resilience and growth. • Shape WBG country strategies and diagnosticssuch as Country Private Sector Diagnostics (CPSDs) and Country Partnership Frameworks (CPFs) as well as ad hoc studies focusing on priority topics, such as MSME revitalization, access to finance, and capital markets development. • Support the design of investment operations and upstream engagements in various sectors, including infrastructure, housing, industry, and finance that are critical to post-war recovery and job creation. • Advise on policy reforms and market-building efforts that attract private capital for reconstruction and growth in key sectors (e.g. energy, transport, agribusiness, urban development), for domestic and foreign investment as well as through public-private partnerships. • Help develop the use of blended finance, de-risking tools, and risk-sharing mechanisms to catalyze private investment. • Collaborate across the World Bank Groupparticularly with MIGA and IBRDon joint recovery efforts that integrate public and private sector solutions and accelerate sustainable reconstruction. • Engage with government and central bank officials, private sector leaders, and development partners to advocate for reforms and investments that support inclusive recovery and long-term competitiveness, positioning IFC as a key partner. • Mentor and guide junior economists and IFC colleagues working on recovery-oriented diagnostics, policy engagement, and investment support. Selection Criteria • Advanced degree in Economics, Finance or related fields with at least 8 (Economist) or at least 10 years (Senior Economist) of relevant professional experience; PhD in economics is desirable but not required. • A track record of relevant analytical work, especially diagnostics and studies of the private and financial sector at macro-, sector-, and/or micro- levels. Good understanding of the interdependence between various sectors of an economy, financial market dynamics, and capacity to integrate micro and sectoral issues with the overall economic policy framework. • Minimum of 5-8 years of working at increasing levels of responsibility on private and financial sector development issues in the public sector (e.g. ministry, central bank or other real sector regulatory bodies), private sector, and/or international organizations, with a strong track record of results. • Deep knowledge of Ukraine's public and private sectors, and of economic and political economy dynamics in the country in general and in key sectors. • Ability to translate economic and policy analysis into concrete country and sector strategies / programs/ reforms. • Experience with policy dialogue, lending operations (including policy-based and investment lending) and delivering technical assistance programs and solutions to the clients. • Experience in evaluating impact of the legal/regulatory environment related to private and financial sector. • Familiarity with IFC and WBG country engagement processes and instruments is desirable. • Strong writing skills, including the ability to write quickly and concisely on a variety of topics in a well-structured manner. • Excellent written and spoken English and Ukrainian. • Strong communication skills, including ability to interact with internal stakeholders within the WBG, policy makers in IFC's client countries, and participate in policy development initiatives in collaboration with the WB / MIGA / external stakeholders.• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, proven ability to work effectively as a team leader and team member, build and maintain relationships with colleagues, manage junior staff and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders. • A proven ability to work flexibly on a range of assignments, adjust to changes in schedule and priorities, and juggle concurrent tasks effectively and efficiently. 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BACKGROUND UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. The Asia-Pacific region is not on track to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). On current trends, none of the goals are within reach and merely 33% of the targets are expected to be achieved by 2030. Meanwhile, human insecurity is at all-time highs, with more than half of people in most countries worried about their jobs. Looking ahead, the development landscape is likely to become more turbulent as existential threats from climate change combine with fresh headwinds to growth and job creation amidst rising governance risks. It is against this backdropa large unfinished agenda, elevated levels of insecurity, and a more turbulent development landscapethat UNDP supports countries to accelerate progress towards the 2030 Agenda and beyond. As the UN's global development network, UNDP advocates for change, and connects countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP is on the ground in over 170 countries and territories. Combining local presence with global expertise, it aspires to eradicate poverty, accelerate structural transformation, build resilience, and contribute to lasting sustainable development. UNDP country offices, across the Asia-Pacific region, work closely with governments and national stakeholders to support inclusive, sustainable development policies aligned with national priorities. Economists contribute to this effort through policy dialogue, programme development, research, and cross-country collaboration. In this context, UNDP Nepal is recruiting a Country Economist to provide economic analysis and policy advice that promotes inclusive and resilient development, including the integration of the 2030 Agenda and SDGs into national, provincial, and local plans. The Country Economist will work closely with the programme teams to design large-scale, gender- and inclusion-sensitive development solutions, contribute to knowledge generation, represent UNDP in policy dialogues, and engage with regional networks on SDG integration, acceleration, and innovation. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The Country Economist works under the direct guidance of the Resident Representative and Deputy Resident Representative in the Country Office, in close collaboration with programme and operations teams, and has a dotted line to the RBAP Chief Economist. S/he is an ambassador of the Economist Network and is expected to contribute about 20% of her/his time to activities across the Network (in other countries, the subregion or the region). The Country Economist integrates the activities UNDP delivers in the region and ensures these contribute the greatest development impact possible. S/he makes a difference by being keenly aware of the changing development landscape, embedding a sharp strategic focus on the development interventions that matter the most, and connecting diagnostics and solutions to the politics of change and the art of delivery. UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration. In this respect, the Country Economist works closely with colleagues of RBAP as well as the Global Policy Network (GPN), based in Bangkok, New York, and other locations. S/he develops and maintains a professional network across development partner agencies, government institutions, the private sector, and civil society at the country level. Key Duties and Accountabilities include: Summary of key functions: - Advise UNDP Country Office management and programme teams to strengthen programme development and implementation. - Provide technical expertise to national government counterparts and other partners, especially in support of the 2030 Agenda and the introduction of sustainable and inclusive economic policies. - Advocate and engage with partners to support UNDP's institutional positioning and advance its mandate, when directed by the Resident Representative. - Contribute to UNDP's work across the Asia-Pacific region, including collaboration with RBAP's Economist Network, sub-regional and other Country Offices, and analytical work on priority regional thematic areas. Advise UNDP Country Office management and programme teams to strengthen programme development and implementation: - Advise UNDP Country Office management with the preparation and implementation of country programmes and strategies, including the development of country programme document (CPD) and related analyses. - Advise and support UNDP Country Office teams to develop and manage relevant thematic portfolios, such as activities to support inclusive growth and progress towards the SDGs, and related financing solutions. - Lead UNDP Country Office efforts to implement recommendations of the Development Finance Assessment (DFA), Integrated National Financing Framework (INFF) and accompanying processes and to use existing financial resources more effectively and efficiently to achieve the SDGs. - Provide analysis and research in priority thematic areas at the country level, including publication of policy briefs or other analytical outputs. - Support the preparation of policy briefs, background notes, speeches, talking points, presentation materials, etc., on critical development issues within the SDG framework for senior management at the country and regional levels. - Support the production of the National Human Development Report (HDR), in close coordination with the Assistant Resident Representative (ARR) (Inclusive Economic Transformation) and ensure that it provides added value in terms of development economic analysis, updated data, and information for policy formulation. - Compile data and perform statistical analysis as required to support innovative knowledge work country strategies and activities. - Collaborate across UNDP teams, especially to ensure linkages to the work emerging from the network of acceleration labs. - Advise and support the creation of large-scale development solutions to help address complex development challenges. - Lead the expansion of Country Office service offers on financing for development, including innovative financing models and country specific/sector specific studies. Lead policy advice to national government counterparts and other partners, especially in support of the 2030 Agenda and the introduction of sustainable and inclusive economic policies: - Advise and facilitate dialogue on sustainable development issues with government officials, development partners, civil society, and the private sector. - Provide policy and programming advice and support for development planning and policy formulation at the national, sub-national, and local levels, with particular attention to innovative SDG financing solutions. - Advise and support the identification and analysis of interventions that can impact multiple development goals and targets at the same time. - Advise and support monitoring and reporting of progress related to SDGs and other national development frameworks, including to help strengthen national and local level data collection and statistical capacity. - Guide to leverage UNDP's regional and global programmes, to provide holistic and effective support to the country. - Leverage support and expertise from the UNDP's global/regional Economist networks to strengthen UNDP's support on economic analysis and policy development for the Government and the UN Country Team. Advocate and engage with partners to support UNDP's institutional positioning and advance its mandate, when directed by the Resident Representative: - Contribute, in close collaboration with senior management, to the development and/or strengthening of partnerships with UN agencies, IFIs, bilateral development agencies, private sector entities, and civil society. - When delegated, represent the UNDP Country Office in relevant forums, conferences, or workshops, including presenting research or programmatic results. - Support the Resident Representative in resource mobilization and future growth strategies and contribute to the design of large-scale programme and development solutions. - Contribute to national, regional, and global knowledge networks and communities of practice. Contribute to UNDP's work across the Asia-Pacific region, including collaboration with RBAP's Economist Network, sub-regional and other Country Offices, and analytical work on priority regional thematic areas: - Substantively contribute as possible to UNDP regional knowledge products and development of programming offers in regional priority areas (e.g., inequality, future of work, innovative financing, development strategies, economic governance, political economy) - Participate actively in the Economist Network of RBAP by attending regional meetings (in-person and/or virtual), sharing relevant experiences, and conducting peer reviews. - Collaborate and contribute to regional and sub-regional publications, practice notes, and Regional Human Development Reports. - Stay informed about broader developments, contribute to cross-border and cross-GPN initiatives, and support the economist network through common analyses, frameworks, and templates. - Enhance UNDP's understanding and design of new approaches to sustainable development across the region by acting as a regional thematic lead where possible. Other Duties: - The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization QUALIFICATIONS Education: - Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Economics or related field is required, Or - A first-level university degree (bachelor's degree) in Economics or related field in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree - A Ph.D. in Economics will be an advantage. Experience, Knowledge, and Skills: - Minimum of 7 years (with master's degree) or 9 years (with bachelor's degree) of experience at the national or international level in relevant areas of development finance, economic research, and policy and implementation support is required. - Extensive experience in research and policy-level analysis is required. - Proven policy, advisory, and advocacy experience is required. - Experience in preparing high-quality policy briefs and guidance notes for use by senior policymakers is required. - Experience in strategic visioning with strong technical and highly developed analytical capabilities is desired. - Knowledge of the SDGs and their application at the national level, politically astute with demonstrated experience in stakeholder analysis and engagement is an asset. - Experience in handling data and software programmes for statistical analysis is desired. - Previous work experience in Asia and the Pacific region and cross-country experience would be an asset. Language Requirements: - Fluency in oral and written English is required. COMPETENCIES Core Competencies: - Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact - Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems - Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences - Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands - Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results - Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration - Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivity Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies: 2030 Agenda: Prosperity: Inclusive Growth - Economic Transformation - Economic Diversification - Multidimensional poverty and human development - SDGs/National Development Strategy, Planning and Budgeting Business Direction & Strategy: System Thinking - Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system. Business Management: Partnerships Management - Build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders, Governments, civil society and private sector partners, experts and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies. Business Development: Portfolio Management - Ability to select, prioritise and control the organization's programmes and projects in line with its strategic objectives and capacity. - Ability to balance the implementation of change initiatives with regular activities for optimal return on investment. - Knowledge and understanding of key principles of project, programme, and portfolio management. Please note that continuance of appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period. 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