Vacancy No. 3/24: Research Analyst- Monetary Policy Unit

Vacancy No.:  03/2024

Department: Economics, Research and Statistics Department (ERSD)

Work unit:      Monetary Policy and Reseach Division (MPRD)

Work type:      Full time

Reports to:     Manager, Monetary Policy and Research Division

Level: 16

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The Central Bank of Solomon Islands is seeking to recruit a suitable and qualified person for the position of Research Analyst – Monetary Policy Unit within the Economics, Research and Statistics Department (ERSD)

The potential candidate must have essential minimum experience and qualification below.

Essential Qualification
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Research, Statistics or other quantitative fields.
Essential Experience
  • Minimum of 3 – 5 years of experience in data compilation analysis and conducting research.
Responsibilities
  • Assist the M/MPR and SA/MP to perform the functions of the Monetary Policy Unit.
  • Knowledgeable of the monetary policy concepts, tools and instruments and the conduct of monetary policy.
  • Assist in the development of the monetary policy framework.
  • Design, code and implement statistical models.
  • Knowledgeable of the research principles, practices, and methodologies.
  • Possess excellent research and analytical skills with an ability to collect, compile and work with large datasets, and translate data into well-written monetary policy statements and economic reports.
  • Have strong communication skills in collecting information, interpreting data, and presenting of results.
  • Assist in conducting and facilitating research trainings and seminars to appropriate standards
  • Collaborate with SA/MP or other researchers to complete at least one working paper a year, with other papers being developed as work in progress.
  • High proficiency in statistical and database software packages such as Eviews, excel, word and power point.
  • Assist in providing advisory on technical, methodological and modelling applications to ERSD and the Bank.
  • Perform the responsibilities of the SA/MP in his/her absence
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team

Application:
To be considered, all applications submitted must include:

  • An Introductory cover letter.
  • A completed CBSI Recruitment Application Form (available on CBSI website or contact apeter@cbsi.com.sb  to obtain a copy.
  • Current resume or curriculum vitae.
  • Certified copies of academic qualifications and transcripts.
  • Two Reference Letters, one of whom must be a former/current employer and/or your lecturer.

             Incomplete Applications will not be considered

Application address:

The Secretary
Central Bank of Solomon Islands
P O Box 634
Honiara,
Solomon Islands

Attention: Vacancy No.3/24

All applications must be sealed and shall be hand delivered or alternatively posted by mail with the above address. Alternatively applications can be submitted by email to apeter@cbsi.com.sb copied to recruitment@cbsi.com.sb  

Closing Date: 6th September, 2024
Time: 4:30pm

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