Group Senior Economist – ()
Description
Job Purpose
The Economics and Research Function is at the heart of decision-making at Equity Group Holdings through the provision of high-quality, timely and robust macroeconomic and financial market insights across all 6 economies (Kenya, DRC, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and South Sudan) related to all banking and non-banking subsidiary activity.
The Group Senior Economist will play a leadership role in the Function with a focus on providing insightful analysis on macroeconomic and financial market insights related to all Equity Group subsidiaries.
This role strongly collaborates with the Strategy, Credit, Risk, Finance, Treasury and Investment Bank Research within the bank.
The role reports to the Group Economist and Director of Research.
Job Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
• Generate high quality economic and financial market research, analysis and insights and play a key role in advisory, strategy, commercial, and investment decisions.
• Monitor economic conditions and financial market conditions and recommend interventions when necessary.
• Analyze economic data, conduct research, and develop economic models to forecast priority trends. Assess potential impacts and recommend mitigative action as required.
• Coordinate timely economic and financial reporting for all Boards and Management across all subsidiaries.
• Support in the management of the Economic Research Function particularly team management, cross-discipline communication, and performance monitoring.
• Present to various internal and external audiences through reports, presentations, and other communication channels as required.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics or related field
• Master’s degree in economics or related field
• Demonstrated track record of working with economic data and analytical tools.
• Experience in leading internally run economic analysis projects and teams in any organization.
• Experience leading complex programs and projects related to the function
• 8 years experience in a similar role
Essential Competencies
• Ability to work across disciplines in all subsidiaries in the Group.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to synthesize complex research findings for various audiences ie strong analytical skills
• Ability to execute quickly and efficiently
Desirable but not Mandatory
• Familiarity with the financial industry and banking operations
• Exposure to balance sheet management
