RESEARCH & POLICY OFFICER

The Research & Policy Officer gives research and evaluation support to the Research & Business Analytics Unit, to provide the DBJ with evidence required for the formulation and implementation of policies and products/services.

The Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) seeks to identify suitable applicants for the position of:

                    RESEARCH & POLICY OFFICER

This position gives research and evaluation support to the Research & Business Analytics Unit, to provide the DBJ with evidence required for the formulation and implementation of policies and products/services.

 PRINCIPAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILTIES

a)      Conduct: -

• desk research and research audits on the Bank and the relevant sectors of the economy.
• economic analyses, environmental scan, and feasibility assessments.
• policy analyses; gap analyses.

b)      Prepare: -

• sector assessments, market research, country studies, product profiles, evaluations, and other relevant studies.
• Research proposals, technical reports, and other related papers.

c)      Develop, manage, and maintain relevant databases and portfolios.

QUALIFICATIONS -   the required minimum qualifications, experience, and attributes:

• BSc. In Economics, Social Sciences or equivalent in a related field
• Specialized training in Research & Policy formulation
• Project Management Certification would be an asset.
• Experience in Survey Design would be an advantage.
• Experience using statistical software, e.g., SPSS, E-views, etc.   
• Experience with statistical analysis and interpretation of data.
• Sound understanding of research strategies, methods, and techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills, analytical aptitude
• Exceptional communication skills
• Self-motivated and highly flexible individual who can work independently and as a team with strong interpersonal skills, and who can manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Three (3) years proven experience in research field. 

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their applications no later than Friday, July 21, 2023, to:

RESEARCH & POLICY OFFICER