Vacancy title:
Research Analyst- Sectorial Macroeconomic

Jobs at:
Economic Policy Research Centre

Deadline of this Job:
not later than Friday 27th January 2017, 4:00 p.m

Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda

Job details:
The Economic Policy Research Centre (EPRC) is Uganda’s leading economics research institution. Its mandate is to provide research and other forms of analytical, support to Uganda’s development process. EPRO uses resources from Government of Uganda and Think Tank Initiative (TTI) under the International Development Research Centre (IDRC). The Centre is searching for qualified persons with sound professional integrity to fill the positions indicated below.
Job Title: Research Analyst – Sectorial Microeconomics (1 Post)
Age Limit: 28-35 years of age
Reports to: Senior Research Fellow (SRF)

The Research Analyst program offers career development opportunities to holders of masters in economics, agricultural economics or related economic field.

Main Role

• Undertake empirical economic policy research and analysis
• Engage in commissioned work for and on behalf of the Centre
• Based on research findings and sound analysis, contribute to national policy discourse

Job Requirements:
Candidates for the Research Analyst program should be Ugandans and must have the following:

• A Minimum of Master's degree by coursework & research in economics, agricultural economics or related economic field from a recognized university;
• Strong training background in economic theory and methods
• Demonstrated ability to apply economic theory and methods to investigate empirical issues
• Abreast with current global and national economic issues.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• High-level interpersonal skills and e good communication skills
•  Willingness and ability to work to tight deadlines in a competitive environment, and
• Demonstrated ability to use STATA, Eviews, GAMS or GAUSS for data analysis
• Work experience of at least 2 years in a reputable institution/ organization
• Unquestionable integrity

The Research Analyst position offers a contract for three (3) years, with a possibility for renewal subject to satisfactory performance. Attractive and internationally competitive remuneration package including healthcare coverage is offered.

Job application procedure
EPRC is an equal opportunity employer and offers a competitive package including healthcare cover. An application letter, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae (CV); names and addresses of three (3) referees (at least one of whom must be from a current/former employer), and photocopies of academic documents should be sent to the email address: eprc@eprcug.org.  not later than Friday 27th January 2017, 4:00 p.m. East African Time. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applicants must indicate clearly in the subject heading of their letter and email which position they are applying for.