About Expert-Grup

Expert-Grup is a think tank specialising in research and consultancy in economic and social policy. We position ourselves as a politically and ideologically neutral think tank and do not represent economic, corporate or political interests. The organisation’s mission is to empower citizens, firms, the media and public authorities to contribute actively to the country’s sustainable and inclusive development through independent analysis and consultancy, evidence-based policies and community mobilisation. To achieve this mission, Expert-Grup pursues three strategic priorities:

1. Conducting independent, evidence-based research, consultancy and analysis in various economic and social areas, with the aim of developing a resilient and inclusive society;

2. Empowering communities, firms and the media to hold central and local public authorities accountable and to provide high-quality services and goods, both public and private;

3. Providing support to other civil society organisations, in particular at local level.

About the vacancy

Expert-Grup is announcing a recruitment competition to fill the vacancy of economic policy analyst.

Type of contract: employment contract for a minimum of one year;

Start date: negotiable;

Workplace: Expert-Grup office (45 Bernardazzi St., Chișinău, Republic of Moldova).

Main duties of the economic policy analyst:

Provides assistance and support in collecting, analysing and interpreting the data needed for the organisation’s analytical materials;
Participates in preparing analytical products (policy studies, monitoring reports, economic commentaries, market studies, etc.);
Provides logistical support to the organisation’s analytical and consultancy work;
Participates in the public presentation of the analytical products developed;
Participates in generating ideas for analyses, projects and activities within the organisation;
Participates, together with the whole team, in the continuous development of the organisation.

To fill this position, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Higher education in economics. A master’s degree will be an advantage;
Experience in implementing consultancy, research and/or monitoring projects in the field of economic policy will be an advantage;
Strong interest in learning about economic trends, mechanisms and policies in the Republic of Moldova and the region;
Analytical skills in economics;
Teamwork skills;
Knowledge of Romanian. Knowledge of English will be an advantage.
Support for Expert-Grup’s values and priorities.

Working conditions:

The employee will report directly to the executive director and work in close communication with Expert-Grup’s programme directors;
The opportunity to be part of a professional team, a dynamic environment and an organisation in continuous development;
Real opportunities for professional development;
A motivating salary package, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as on results;
Flexible working hours.

Interested persons are asked to send their CV, a short letter of intent and any other relevant materials (links to publications, recommendation letters, policy documents, diplomas, certificates, etc.) by 5 April 2022, 10.00 to the email address procurari@expert-grup.org . Important: please state in the email subject line the position you are applying for.

The candidate will be selected on the basis of an analysis of the CVs and letters of intent submitted, followed by an interview.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. By submitting documents for the position, the candidate implicitly consents to Expert-Grup verifying the information provided by the candidate.

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