Trending Jobs: Economist at Kilifi County

Monday 27 January 2020

Position: Economist J/G L (3 Positions)

REF:CG/KLF/CPSB/ADVRT/06/01/20

Salary Scale: 41,770 – 57,900 p.m.

Location; Kilifi

Other Allowances are as issued by SRC from time to time.

Job Description

The holder of this position will participate in the process of formulation of economic plans, policies and measurement of execution of the plans.

Responsibilities

Participate in analyzing , formulating, and overseeing the measurement of economic plans, policies and measurement of execution of the plans;
Participate in the preparation of the economic plans to ensure sectoral plans and other strategies are budgeted for.
Participate in writing reports on public economics, financial economics and sector specific economic issues.
Participate in capacity building of departments on formulation of economic plans and measurement of their implementation.
Participate in the analysis and interpretation of economic data that is used for decision making in the County.

Qualifications

Be Kenyan Citizen
Served in the grade of Economist I or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or private sector for a minimum period of three (3) years;
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Macroeconomics and Mathematics.
Technical Proficiency: Skills and experience in working on economic policy issues and data analysis. Strong conceptual, analytical and evaluative skills in these areas.
Member of the chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or certified investment and Financial Analyst (CIFA) or relevant proficiency body.
Experience in statistical software (STATA, SAS, E-views, and R&MATLAB).
Advanced skills in the usage of MS – Excel)