Economic Policy Analyst (GMG/SEG 2)

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Director, Business Facilitation, the incumbent will assist with the development of appropriate instruments, research and database systems and facilitate the development of economic and investment policies, legislation and regulations within the context of the role and mandate of the Ministry. 

Key Responsibilities

Management/Administrative: 

• Contributes to the development of the Section’s Corporate/Operational Plans and Budget;
• Develops and submits Individual Work Plans, which details work to be undertaken;
• Assists in organizing conferences, workshops and other fora, in relation to the formulation of policy and to accommodate stakeholder input in the process; 
• Co-ordinates actions arising from decisions of Steering Committees; 
• Assists in the planning and co-ordination of policy formulation meetings;
• Prepares required documentation and undertakes follow-ups to post-meeting activities and decisions. 

Technical: 

• Assists in the development of appropriate instruments for utilization in the formation of policy; 
• Reviews policy documents and provides appropriate feedback; 
• Participates in conducting research on economic and investment needs and other related issues; 
• Collaborates with other Team Members to monitor the impact of implemented policies and legislations; 
• Liaises with international and local organizations associated with the economic and investment Sector; 
• Monitors and assesses the Sector, particularly as it relates to business facilitation and investment, to facilitate projections and the formulation of proposals and policies;
• Investigates and responds to the stakeholders’ queries regarding issues and concerns and drafts responses for review; 
• Participates in developing proposal for new policies and provides recommendations for amendments to existing policies; 
• Conducts public consultations for public education and to gather information to inform policies; 
• Assists with the preparation of relevant documentation, such as Cabinet Submissions, Cabinet Notes, Ministry Papers, etc. 
• Develops or facilitates technical assistance for projects to be undertaken by the Branch;
• Co-ordinates the undertaking of socio-economic and market surveys, via primary data collection methodologies. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Technical: 

• Background in policy formulation and management 
• Strong background in research - experienced in quantitative and qualitative data gathering and analysis 
• Knowledge of Central Government’s operational procedures 
• Experience in the use of standard computer applications 

Core: 

• Team-oriented 
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Good logical and analytical skills 
• Good oral and written communication skills 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Sector Management, Public Administration or Management Studies; 
• Training in Policy Formulation and Cabinet Submissions is advantageous;
• Three (3) years professional experience, preferably within the Public Sector.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.