Job Description

Company and Job Description:
The Senior Economist will play a critical role in interpreting economic shifts, advising business units, shaping commercial strategy, and representing the organisation in key external economic forums. This is a high-impact position requiring strong technical capability, excellent communication skills, and confidence engaging senior stakeholders.

? Please note: Only Mozambican citizens or Mozambican professionals currently abroad and looking to return will be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and deliver macroeconomic and market analysis to guide strategic and commercial decisions.

Provide economic forecasting, scenario modelling, and risk assessments for business units and executive leadership.

Produce high-quality economic reports, research papers, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Represent the organisation in economic forums, industry discussions, and media engagements.

Monitor local, regional, and global economic developments and translate insights into actionable recommendations.

Partner with product, risk, treasury, and strategy teams to support commercial initiatives and policy decisions.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Around 7-8 years’ experience as an Economist within banking, financial services, consulting, or public sector institutions.

Strong understanding of macroeconomics, financial markets, monetary policy, and regulatory environments.

Proven experience producing high-quality economic research and presenting insights to executive audiences.

Deep understanding of Mozambique’s economic landscape; regional African exposure is an advantage.

Master’s degree in Economics, Econometrics, Finance, or a related field preferred.

Strong analytical, modelling, quantitative, and communication skills.

Fluency in Portuguese and English is highly advantageous.

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