Senior Economist (OG-5)

State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the Central Bank of Pakistan, regulates the monetary and credit system of the country and fosters its growth in the best national interest with a view to securing monetary stability and optimum utilization of the country’s productive resources. SBP is looking for high potential resources, for following positions, groomed in highly competitive environment at reputed universities and research institutions. The positions are based at Karachi.

Key responsibilities of the incumbent will include, but not limited to, the following:

	Provide intellectual and analytical support in formulating monetary policy.
	Produce regular forecasts of key macroeconomic variables including counterfactual simulation analysis and contribute in the up-gradation of existing in-house econometric models.
	Undertake research and analysis on economic and financial issues; develop policy briefs on economic trends, developments and outlook to assist policy formulation and appraisal.
	Prepare working papers and briefs for senior management, Monetary Policy Committee and Monetary & Fiscal Policy Coordination Board.
	Contribute in various publications including Annual and Quarterly Reports on the state of economy, SBP Research Bulletin and SBP Working Paper Series.
	Manage a team of Economic Analysts and prepare business plans.

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: Must have a Ph.D in Economics from a renowned university.
Experience:    Minimum 4 years relevant experience (post-qualification) preferably in an international competitive environment.

Competencies

	Deep knowledge of Pakistan’s economy particularly monetary, financial and external sectors.
	Sound understanding of global economic and financial issues.
	Brings informed and balanced perspectives when forming policy judgments.
	Sound knowledge of statistical and econometric techniques for analytical purpose, from both a micro and macroeconomic perspective with knowledge of DSGE models.
	Proficiency of econometric software(s) especially Stata, E-views and Matlab.
	Ability to develop/evaluate Dynamic Stochastic General Equilibrium models would be a plus.
	Strong analytical skills and an advanced-level command of English.
	Effective leadership, team management, communication and interpersonal skills.
	Ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic and competitive environment.

Compensation Package

Competitive compensation package in salary scale of Senior Joint Director (OG-5) including loan facility, medical, car, contributory provident fund and gratuity as per Bank’s rules.

Application Procedure
Interested candidates meeting the above mentioned eligibility criteria may send their detailed CVs to the address mentioned below or at [email protected]. Please clearly mark the envelope with the position applied for. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Senior Joint Director
Human Resources Department
State Bank of Pakistan, 10th Floor, SBP Main Building
I.I. Chundrigar Road, Karachi

Application Deadline: February 06, 2017
Misinformation and any attempt to influence the selection process will be considered a definite disqualification for current as well as for all future recruitments in the Bank, even if the candidate is otherwise qualified.