Senior Economist

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical work covering China and East Asia to provide diagnostics and advisory services that remove market barriers and mobilize private investments.
• Contribute to business development by providing investment and advisory teams with customized research, including country economic updates and sectoral analysis.
• Provide timely input to IFC investment projects regarding macro/market analysis, policy issues, and strategic risks.
• Lead the preparation of Country Private Sector Diagnostics (CPSDs) and coordinate with regional and industry colleagues.
• Act as a focal point for WBG coordination, co-leading the preparation of country engagement products like CPFs and CCDRs.
• Provide front-office support to regional leadership, including preparing briefing materials and talking points for key events.
• Mentor junior colleagues and ensure quality control of strategic and analytical work.

Requirements

• PhD or master's degree in economics.
• At least 12 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven track record of excellence in research and analytics, including published research.
• Expertise in both macro- and micro-level issues, specifically regarding private sector policies and market analysis.
• Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex analysis into actionable strategies.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to lead teams and manage stakeholder relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep expertise in the Chinese economy and specific thematic areas such as private sector regulation or climate policy.
• Experience with economic models, financial models, or advanced econometrics.
• Previous experience with WBG analytical products such as CPFs, CPSDs, or CCDRs.
• Experience in policy dialogue and lending operations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive retirement plan.
• Medical, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid leave, including parental leave.
• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

About the Company

The International Finance Corporation (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 to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet.