Senior Economist: Quantitative Analysis

The purpose of this role is to develop and update internal risk assessment models (country, industry, pricing, company valuations) as well as forecasting and documenting future trends affecting industry and/or core business of the group. The incumbent of this role will also be responsible to coach & mentor junior staffKEY ACCOUNTABILITIES, MEASURES & INTERFACESDevelop new, review and update internal risk assessment models mainly country, industry, pricing, and company valuation.Develop econometric models.Develop methods and procedures for collecting and processing data, utilizing knowledge of available sources of data and various econometric and forecasting techniques.Extract and interpretate data from financial models for pricing and expression of risk appetite for key sectors.Compile data relating to research areas, such as exports, sector productivity, national content, development strategies of other countries, etc.Forecast and analyze countries, industries, and regionsPrepare written analysis for the Corporation's publicationsPerform socio-economic impact assessment using available models and compile internal & external reports thereofExtract data from literature and primary sources to prepare and present to management, executives and boardReview financial statements, conduct company valuations, and make recommendations to key stakeholders.Provide macroeconomic insights in order to assist in the fundamental sector and company research.Analyze trends and compile reports on the export credit insurance industryPrepare and write articles that correctly and positively position the Corporation's brand, products and services across all its target markets This extends to presentations on various media platforms and participating in various fora and to identified key stakeholders.QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEAt least 5 years of relevant experience.A postgraduate degree majoring in Economics, Macro-Economics, Econometrics/ Statistics is a requirement. A Master's Degree will be advantageous.Solid experience and expertise in sourcing, compiling, interrogating, testing, manipulating, and analyzing statistical information, for use in quantitative as well as graphical analyses.Financial modelling experience is a requirement.Ability to research and analyse companies and the industries in which they operate in.Advanced Microsoft (Excel /Word/ Power Point) and usage of econometric models.Ability to utilize Bloomberg, and other Terminal Services.Previous experience working with input-output models is an added advantage