Analyst, Middle East & Africa

؜ - ؜Dubai ؜ -

Job details

Introduction:
As the research and analysis division of the Economist Group, The Economist
Intelligence Unit (EIU) helps Managers prepare for opportunity, empowering
them to act with confidence when making strategic decisions. The EIU is the
global standard in providing quality, actionable intelligence to the public
and private sector, assessing issues that impact the marketplace for over two
hundred countries.


The Country Analysis division of The EIU is looking for a Dubai-based Analyst
in the Middle East & Africa Team, which covers over ‎50 countries in Africa and
Middle East. As an Analyst, you will be responsible for the production and
quality of The EIU products for a portfolio of African countries. Among the
key tasks involved in the role, the Analyst will produce economic and
political forecasts and write analysis on economic, political and policy
developments across the region. You will also have the opportunity to actively
present The EIU views externally, both to the media and clients.
Accountabilities:
How will you contribute?

Produce high-quality reports and analysis:

* Produce economic and political forecasts for selected Middle East & African countries
* Produce ongoing analysis and forecast updates on key events as they happen, ensuring that agreed norms for frequency of coverage are maintained
* Ensure that the designated part of the regional product range is written to a high standard
* Identify accurate and informative sources on events affecting the forecast as they happen
* Interpret events within specific countries with a particular focus on whether and how they might impact upon The EIU forecasts
* Play an active role in producing original country and regional content work that develops The EIU view on the region
* Support the consulting and sales teams to deliver projects as required
Manage external contributors:
* Be responsible for finding and commissioning suitable external contributors to provide additional analysis of political and economic events within the countries of responsibility
* Carry out a comprehensive first edit on contributors ' input, checking accuracy, ensuring all the relevant information is presented in accordance with The EIU style guide and product guidelines
* Build a network of sources in academia, business and government to draw on for research purposes
Contribute to the regional team:
* Play an active role in team discussions on regional themes and overall development
* Support other members of the team when they need it
Promote The EIU views externally:
* Attend regular external conferences on regional themes, and actively look for opportunities to present at such conferences
* Present The EIU views to the media, including on TV, radio, and the press, including on short notice
* Have regular meetings with clients, presenting on both global and regional developments, and how they affect The EIU forecasts
Experience, skills and professional attributes:
The ideal skills for this role include:
* Strong writing and editing skills in English, and an ability to write well under time pressure
* Language skills particularly Arabic or French is ideal
* Relevant degree in Economics or related subject - Ideally Master 's degree or equivalent, with a mix of political science and economics idea (experience studying abroad is a strong plus)
* Knowledge of macroeconomics and forecasting
* An interest in current political and economic developments and knowledge of how they are likely to affect economic trends
* Strong international or regional knowledge is desirable, especially regarding Middle East & Africa
* An ability to write quickly and incisively about issues of interest to our clients
* The ability to juggle different tasks effectively
* A knack for placing clients first and maintaining a commercial focus in everything you do

Job Summary

  • Advertiser: The Economist Group LTD
  • Announcement date: 23/06/2023
  • Type of employment: -
  • Experience level: -
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  • Job location: Dubai
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