Job Opportunity: Researchers

Job Identification: 241002
Location: Yaounde, Cameroon (Hybrid/Online)
Posting Date: 07/10/2024, 15:32 PM
Apply Before: 15/11/2024, 00:00 AM
Job Schedule: Part-time
Organization: Centre for Economic Freedom and Resilience (CEFRES)
Category: Think Tank
Contract Duration: 1 Year (renewable)
Education & Work Experience: Master’s Degree with 5 years of experience or PhD in Economics with 3 years of experience.
Required Languages: Fluency in English and French is required
Work Start Date: January 2025

About Us

The Centre for Economic Freedom and Resilience (CEFRES) is a leading think tank in Cameroon, dedicated to providing evidence-based insights that strengthen economic resilience and reduce poverty. We believe that fostering economic freedom is key to sustainable and inclusive development, which can mitigate the country’s vulnerability to economic shocks.

Our vision is for a resilient Cameroonian and African economy, supported by equal opportunities for all citizens to realize their full potential. CEFRES focuses on research, policy advocacy, and educational initiatives to promote sustainable economic growth and enhance institutional quality.

Core Commitment

Our work promotes:

• Ideas and policies favoring individual freedom and free markets.
• High-quality analysis and research on political and economic issues.
• Support for policy reforms that enhance economic freedom.
• A platform for leaders and decision-makers to exchange ideas.
• Collaboration with member think tanks to advance these goals.

Position Overview

CEFRES is recruiting three (3) Researchers to contribute to our objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

Researchers will be responsible for:

• Investigating economic issues and trends through extensive research, utilizing data from surveys, databases, and field studies.
• Employing statistical software and mathematical models to interpret complex data.
• Creating and refining econometric models to forecast economic conditions.
• Presenting research results through clear reports, charts, and tables.
• Providing insights and recommendations based on research findings.
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop new research techniques and share findings.

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Review economic news and literature on development issues and socio-economic trends, including gender participation.
• Collect and analyze national and local economic data, including gender-disaggregated data.
• Analyze macroeconomic performance and develop evidence-based policy recommendations.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research in economic sectors.
• Develop a dashboard of social, macroeconomic, and financial indicators to identify vulnerabilities.

Institutional Arrangement

Researchers will work under the direct supervision of the Director of Research.

Competencies

Core Values: Integrity, Commitment, Creativity, Professionalism, Innovation, Open to Change.

Core Competencies:

• Creative problem solving
• Effective communication
• Inclusive collaboration
• Stakeholder engagement
• Leading by example

Functional Competencies:

• Ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
• Clear explanation of economic concepts to non-specialists.
• Strong numerical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.

Required Skills and Experience

• Education: Minimum requirement is a Master’s degree in economics or a related field.
• Desired Fields of Research: Economic Inequality, Labor Economics, Social Mobility, Fiscal Policy, Monetary Policy, Regional Integration, Economic Freedom, Women’s Economic Empowerment, Health Economics, or related fields.
• Experience: At least five (5) years (with Master’s) or three (3) years (with PhD) in relevant fields.
• Required Skills: Coordination with government agencies, experience in think tanks, and proficiency in statistical analysis.

Application Process

All interested candidates must submit a cover letter, two letters of recommendation, and a detailed resume to info@cefres.org by November 15, 2024. Please include “Application for Researcher Position_Your Name” in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps.

Disclaimer

Non-discrimination: CEFRES maintains a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation and misconduct. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous background checks.

Scam Warning: No fees are associated with the application process. Please ignore any requests for payment.

Join us at CEFRES to contribute to impactful research and economic resilience in Cameroon!

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