The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago (CBTT) is seeking to recruit 2 outstanding individuals for the role of Economist I in the
Research Department.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Senior Economists in the External Sector and Money & Capital Markets Divisions, the incumbents will conduct
macroeconomic and financial surveillance, undertake policy oriented research and produce routine and ad-hoc policy reports
as directed.
Principal Accountabilities
- Monitors and analyses developing trends in the financial sector, and the main macroeconomic sectors.
- Conducts economic surveillance to inform routine reporting on economic and financial developments for the Bank’s publications as well as prepare economic forecasts.
- Prepares research papers on relevant issues in Economics and Finance.
- Prepares policy briefs and technical notes on economic and financial matters as requested by supervisor/manager.
- Participates in technical working groups and responds to technical request under the guidance of a Senior Officer.
- Attends local and international seminars/meetings on technical and related issues.
- Responds to queries from the public on macroeconomic and other related developments under the guidance of a Senior Officer.
- Assists with other department projects as necessary.
Education and Training Necessary
- A First Degree in Economics or Finance
- Good verbal communication skills.
Skills and Training Considered Assets
- Post graduate training in Economics, Finance, or in other relevant areas of expertise.
- Advanced knowledge of economic models, statistical methodologies and quantitative methods.
- Foreign Language: preferably Spanish.
- Good presentation skills.
Minimum Experience Required
A minimum of 1-3 years’ working experience or relevant post graduate qualification.
Ready to Join the CBTT Team?
The Bank offers an attractive remuneration package which includes a Group Health Plan, Pension Plan, Employee Savings Plan and other benefits.
If you are confident that you meet the foregoing requirements and wish to be confidentially considered for this opportunity, please email your CV and covering letter to: recruitment@central-bank.org.tt.
Kindly address covering letters as follows: Manager, Human Resources, Central Bank of Trinidad & Tobago, Eric Williams Plaza, Independence Square, Port of Spain.