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Urban Economist

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World Resources Institute
Washington, DC - United States
S: Commensurate with experience

Overview

WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities is seeking a professional economist to conduct a variety of economic analyses that advance the objective of one or more areas:
Accessible, healthy, equitable, and environmentally-friendly cities: The WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities builds upon WRI's successful track record in urban activities, introducing game-changing solutions that create more prosperous, livable cities. Our approach translates rigorous research into tangible practice at the scale and pace cities in the developing world need, leveraging a global network of trusted experts in urban economics, engineering, planning, finance, and policy. We work closely with leading financial, business, and city institutions to expand our influence and expedite the shift to sustainable cities. Through these partnerships, we provide objective information and practical proposals for policy and institutional change.
Sustainable transportation: Working across our EMBARQ Network for sustainable urban transport and other programs, we develop and support implementation of research-based solutions that reduce pollution, improve health, and create safe, accessible public spaces in cities. We collaborate with local and national decision-makers in Brazil, China, India, Mexico, and Turkey to implement projects that overcome the challenges of urbanization and make for greater cities. And we partner with businesses, governments, and civil society to scale our successful pilot projects globally.

The economist will be part of Research, Tools and Economics unit at WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities. For more information, visit www.wri.org.

Responsibilities

Effectively plan, design, and conduct economic analyses that advance the objectives of project teams working on issues across varying urban sectors.
Provide quality assurance for WRI publications and promote the integration of an economic dimension in relevant research projects.
Conduct original research for the incoming World Resources Report (2016-2017) dedicated to cities and other research topics such as land value capture and green/climate finance for cities.
Critically analyze and assess economic research and arguments presented by project partners, stakeholders, and others.
Scale-up the results of these economic analyses in a manner that is precise, well structured, and tailored to decision-makers (not to other professional economists). This written material may take the form of informal memos, white papers, and official WRI publications. Some research may be submitted to economic journals, as well.
Present findings of economic analyses to external audiences.
Actively engage public and private sector decision-makers in one-on-one meetings, group briefings, and other venues to persuade them of WRI's analytically based recommendations.
Review and write portions of fundraising proposals.

Qualifications

Advanced degree in urban and regional economics, public finance or related field. PhD highly preferred.
At least 7 - 10 years of relevant professional experience (at least 4 years if PhD) in conducting economic analyses in the field of sustainable urban development.
Demonstrated knowledge in the political economy of urban governance, spatial economics and urban public finance in emerging economies is required.
Experience in promoting low-carbon cities, resilient cities or smart cities highly desirable.
Working experience in WRI's main engagement countries highly desirable. (Brazil, China, India, Mexico, Turkey, Indonesia)
Demonstrated ability in conducting economic analyses using quantitative and/or qualitative approaches.
Strong track record of authoring published research.
Excellent writing skills, including the ability to write quickly under pressure and to deadline; ability to summarize complicated analyses in brief and clear messages.
Fluency in oral and written English. Fluency in another language is a plus.
Superior interpersonal skills and persuasive oral presentation skills.
Proven ability to work collaboratively and effectively on project teams.
Strong commitment to deliver real-world results.
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office and internet research.
Willingness to travel. .
Final candidates will be required to take a writing test.

Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience and skills. WRI offers a generous, comprehensive benefits package.

Location: Washington, DC

Job summary

Employer:

World Resources Institute

Location:

Washington, DC, United States

Education:

PhD/Doctorate

Sector:

Economist

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Job Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full-Time

Posted:

23rd January 2015

Apply By:

20th February 2015

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