Senior Economist

Title: Senior Economist Join KBR and be part of a team that belongs, connects, and grows KBR delivers innovative science, technology, engineering solutions, and mission-critical services worldwide, supporting governments and companies in achieving their objectives and sustainability goals.KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions offers comprehensive, value-added solutions across the asset lifecycle, including licensed process technologies, advisory services, technical expertise, energy transition solutions, engineering capabilities, and smart asset optimization.Senior Economist LOCATIONDubai, UAE, primarily based in Dubai office with travel to Iraq as required.THE ROLEWe seek an experienced professional (7-10 years) to lead the development of a national input-output (I-O) table for an economic masterplan. The role involves collaborating with national accounts and policy stakeholders to improve macroeconomic assessments and strategic planning, supporting broader macroeconomic analysis for national strategies.Project Description KBR supports Iraq's Ministry of Planning in developing economic and social policies to meet national development goals. Our services include economic master planning, project prioritization, reviews, monitoring, and negotiations.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIESLead the creation of a national I-O table Transform data into I-O tables using accepted methodologies Gather, validate, and integrate data from multiple sources Ensure data quality and consistency within national accounts frameworks Analyze economic structure and policy impacts using I-O tables Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data sources and models Provide training and capacity building in national accounting and economic modeling Prepare technical reports for internal and public use EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE· Ph D in Economics or related field preferred· 7-10 years in national accounts or economic statistics· Experience with I-O table development and analysis· Proficiency in STATA, R, Python, Excel· Experience with CGE modelling· Knowledge of environmental-economic accounting Excellent English skills; Arabic is a plus COMPETENCIESTeamwork and collaboration Communication and presentation skills Commercial awareness Customer focus Planning and organization Responsibility HSE awareness#J-18808-Ljbffr