Economist/Senior Economist

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If you are already based in the Falkland Islands, you may choose to submit your application in person at Cable Cottage, Stanley, Falkland Islands. FIQQ 1ZZ.

All overseas candidates should complete our online application form, providing as much detail as possible about your relevant employment history, education , skills and experience to allow us to assess your suitability for the role.

The Role

The Economist/ Senior Economist is responsible for producing national economic data and publications including, but not limited to: National Accounts, State of the Economy, Household Expenditure survey, Retail Price Index, poverty indices, inflation forecasts and minimum/living wage recommendations. The role also involves the production of socio-economic forecasts and scenarios with respect the Islands’ key resource and other productive sectors.

The post-holder will also work closely with the Directorates responsible for infrastructure development, natural and mineral resources, government-owned enterprises, and economic development to provide robust economic policy advice and support. This includes conducting primary and secondary research as required, identifying best practices in other jurisdictions and analysing policy alternatives to recommend fit-for-Falklands solutions.

The post-holder will provide economic research, analysis and policy options to assist FIG in developing and implementing its Economic Development Strategies, including rural development and tourism development.

The Economist also leads on the assessment of costs, benefits, effectiveness and economic impact of policies, programmes or individual developments on the Islands; selecting and proposing benefit-cost analysis, value-for-money and other evaluation methods as appropriate.

The Person

The Economist/ Senior Economistshould hold a Masters’ degree (or equivalent) in Economics, Public Policy or in another subject where evidence of equivalent advanced-level courses in economics and/or policy analysis can be found. They should also have a minimum of 5 years’ relevant post qualification experience in a public sector, not-for-profit, research organisation or private sector entity with public policy and/or economic analysis responsibility. The person best suited for this position will also have a demonstrated commitment to high quality service delivery and the ability to effectively manage and prioritise a challenging and varied portfolio of work.

The Package

• Fixed Term Contract, up to 4 years.
• Starting Salary - This is a dual graded role depending on qualifications and experience, commencing from £42,641 - £49,090 per annum within Grade C (Economist) or from £47,928 - £54,924 per annum within Grade B (Senior Economist).
• The post attracts 15% market supplement allowance.
• Eligibility for a taxable gratuity of 25% of basic salary (excluding market supplement.
• 41 days paid leave, 30 days paid annual leave plus 11 government and public holidays.
• Flights Package for you and any recognised dependents residing with you at post both at the beginning and end of contract, along with additional annual return flights contingent on the duration of the contract. Relocation Allowance, to help with moving costs.
• Government Housing at subsidised rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.
• A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can download the job description and view further information from our online vacancy page. If you want to find out more about living in the Falkland Islands visit www.thinkfalklands.com.

For further information regarding the position please contact Roddy Cordeiro, Head of Policy, by emailing rcordeiro@sec.gov.fk or by calling (+500) 28431.

To apply, please complete our online application form from our vacancy page www.jobs.gov.fk, by clicking on 'Apply Now' and completing the form. Alternatively, download an offline form from the same page and email to recruitment@sec.gov.fk