International Finance Corporation

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Economists/Senior Economists, Economics and Market Research

IFC—a member of the World Bank Group—is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets, working in more than 100 developing countries.

The Economics and Market Research Department focuses on operationally relevant research on firms and private sector development. The Department seeks to recruit Economists/Senior Economists to contribute to core thematic research.

Selection criteria:

PhD in Economics or closely related field or master’s degree with relevant experience. Preference for candidates with track record in peer-reviewed journals, outstanding job market papers, or significant analytical and operational experience.

Work Scope:

• Lead and contribute to developing analytical products led by the Economics and Market Research
Department, including policy reports, methods, and databases on firms and the private sector. Perform
descriptive and advanced quantitative and other econometric analyses, including using cutting-edge
statistical techniques.
• Lead or contribute to Country Private Sector Diagnostics, ensuring quality, consistency, and
conformity to the highest levels of rigor.
• Conduct research of a quality publishable in peer-reviewed journals.
• Develop global engagements and interface with experts at the IFC, World Bank, other international
institutions, leading academics, and external partners.

Applications:
• Economists
• Senior Economists