The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org. The Trade and Regional Integration Unit (ETIRI) is part of the Equitable Growth, Finance and Institutions (EFI) Vice Presidency. In ETIRI, we are responsible for delivering analytic, advisory, financial and convening services in the areas of trade policy, trade facilitation, logistics and connectivity, and regional integration. ETIRI is hiring an Economist to contribute to analytical and technical assistance engagements as well as contribute to World Bank lending operations on trade policy issues in low- and middle-income countries across different regions. The focus will be on empirical analyses of important trade trends affecting these countries. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The successful candidate will work to broaden and deepen the World Bank Group's trade policy program including, but not limited to: • Contribute to analytical studies, which may include research on trade policy, trade facilitation, connectivity, logistics and regional integration challenges. • Contribute to Development Policy Lending Operations, Investment Lending Operations, and Technical Assistance Projects related to trade policy, trade facilitation, connectivity, logistics and regional integration. • Participate in the development of new knowledge products and instruments that can be mainstreamed into country work, including the development of toolkits for analytical work, and the design of country wide policies. • Support the regions by participating in the policy dialogue with client countries and in lending projects initiated by country teams. This may also include the preparation of Briefs, PowerPoint presentations, and Policy Notes for internal and external audiences. It may also include review and commenting on key documents, consultations, and stakeholder engagement activities through lending and non-lending activities (i.e., projects, programs, analytical work, etc.). • Participate in knowledge sharing and learning activities of the Trade and Regional Integration Unit, and organize and contribute to dissemination activities, conferences, workshops and learning programs. • Participate in and expand the scope of partnerships established with other units and organizations active in the area of trade policy and trade competitiveness. • Support the Practice Manager and the Global Practice with corporate demands and quality control of deliverables • Oversee and review work of junior team members and consultants • Present the team's work at internal and external knowledge exchange and dissemination events Selection Criteria • Masters or Advanced Degree in relevant field (economics, trade, industrial organization), with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience on trade and competitiveness issues (or PhD degree in relevant field, and at least 2 years of relevant professional experience); • Strong analytical skills (quantitative and qualitative) and proven ability to conduct independent policy-relevant research, translate theory into practical applications, and adapt professional knowledge and technical skills to analyze, diagnose and propose solutions to policy issues and challenges; • Knowledge of and experience working with a broad range of trade-relevant measures, including tariff and non-tariff barriers, regulations, and investment measures. • Extensive and proven experience with trade quantitative analysis, data management, visualization, using various data sources. • Proficiency in at least one analysis programming language, and readiness to learn other software packages upon request. • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with multiple priorities and tight deadlines. Strong analytical and organizational skills. • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Demonstrated ability to take leadership and communicate ideas effectively under pressure. • Willing to travel extensively, including to remote and conflict affected areas if required. • Knowledge of developing country conditions and the domestic and international institutions governing trade and investment would be desirable. World Bank Group Core Competencies We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories. Note: The selected candidate will be offered a one-year appointment, renewable at the discretion of the World Bank Group, and subject to a lifetime maximum ET appointment of three years. If an ET appointment ends before a full year, it is considered as a full year toward the lifetime maximum. Former and current ET staff who have completed all or any portion of their third-year ET appointment are not eligible for future ET appointments.