Senior Economic Analyst/Economist (LE6)

EMBASSY OF AUSTRALIA
HANOI

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Senior Economic Analyst/Economist
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

The Embassy of Australia in Hanoi is looking for a talented and energetic individual to fulfil the position of Senior Economic Analyst/Economist (LE6). A merit list from this recruitment exercise may be used to fill similar positions over the next 18 months from the date of advertisement.

Working for the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Senior Economic Analyst/Economist’s primary function is to provide expertise and technical knowledge and advice on Vietnam’s macroeconomics, business, investment, and finance matters.

Successful candidate is expected to perform independent and in-depth economic research and analysis and prepare high-level reports on relevant program activities with a focus on macroeconomics, business, investment, and finance matters in Vietnam.

Applicants should have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Vietnam’s political economy, macroeconomic, business and/or finance environment with at least five years’ relevant work experience, strong interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise with senior government representatives and agencies and demonstrated ability to engage in policy dialogue and negotiation on complex economic issues. Tertiary qualifications in economics or a related field with strong analytical skills and the capacity to think strategically and apply judgement is desirable.

The successful applicant will be offered an initial contract for a 12-month period with an option to renew the contract for another 12 months or Ongoing/Permanent Employment.

The Embassy will consider flexible work arrangements. The full-time monthly gross salary ranges from VND 55,736,420 to VND 62,731,831, depending on skills and experience.

For more information on the position, including the position selection criteria, please visit the Australian Embassy website at: https://vietnam.embassy.gov.au/hnoi/careers-page.html.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications should be submitted through the online portal and not be sent via email. Information on how to apply for the job can be found in the “Employment Opportunities” under current job vacancies at the Australian Embassy website: https://vietnam.embassy.gov.au/hnoi/careers-page.html. Applicants should provide a maximum of 200 words per selection criteria outlining why they are the best person for the job. The selection process will be strictly merit-based. Applications that do not address each selection criteria will not be considered. Lodgement of applications are due on Sunday, 28 July 2024, 11:30 pm (Hanoi time). Late applications will not be considered.

All position specific inquiries should be sent via email to [email protected].

THE AUSTRALIAN EMBASSY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER