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IGC Programme Economist, India (Bihar)
IGC
Job Status: Previous Vacancies
Posted Date: 10 September 2017
Last Date To Apply : October 31st(23.59 UK time) 2017
The International Growth Centre (IGC), based at LSE and in partnership with the University of Oxford, aims to promote sustainable growth in developing countries by providing demand-led policy advice based on frontier research.
In collaboration with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) in India and the Asian Development Research Institute (ADRI), the IGC is currently establishing a new programme of work focussed on building a strong, sustainable ecosystem of monitoring and evaluation in Bihar, India. This includes:
- Increasing the demand, use, and integration of evidence, based on rigorous frontier research, in policymaking and programme design
- Generating transformational ideas and strong policy impact in desired focus areas in Bihar, such as health, nutrition sanitation and financial inclusion
- Enhancing skills of policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to build greater institutional capacity to facilitate and increase innovation and local adaptation of monitoring and evaluation knowledge
The successful candidate will have:
- MSc/MA degree in development economics, economics, public policy, or related discipline, with an evident command of a sub-discipline relevant to programme’s focus areas
- Demonstrated understanding of policy-relevant economic research and expertise with quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Demonstrated ability with engaging policy makers, including the ability to build relationships and engage in policy dialogue. Bihar or India specific experience would be an advantage
- Evidence of the ability to work independently as a dynamic, self-starter with minimal supervision in challenging environments
For further information about the post, please see the job description and the person specification on our website (www.adriindia.org)
To apply for this post, please send your CV and cover letter to careers@theigc.org. The closing date for receipt of applications is October 31st(23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.