Economist Job Description

economist job description includes a detailed overview of the key requirements, duties, responsibilities, and skills for this role.

Last update : July 14, 2023

Economist Job Description

An economist is a trained professional who studies the production and distribution of goods, services, and labor.

An economist conducts research through techniques such as surveys, experiments, and mathematical modeling.

He studies how markets, prices, and trade influence the production and distribution of goods, services, and labor.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for an Economist to join our team. We need someone who can help us understand and predict economic trends, and who can advise us on the best ways to invest our resources. If you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, please submit your resume and a cover letter today.

Economist Duties:

  • Draft economic plans based on market trends, financial analysis, and other factors
  • Monitor investment risks, devise strategies for hedging against economic risks, and identify investment opportunities
  • Plan and implement long range public sector economic strategies
  • Propose and implement economic policies and fiscal plans
  • Make recommendations for the economic direction of the country

Economist Responsibilities:

  • A strong understanding of macroeconomics, microeconomics, and statistical analysis
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to generate and present data clearly
  • Proven experience analyzing and interpreting economic information
  • Ability to work with a team and independently with little supervision

Requirements And Skills:

  • Analyze economic and financial data to determine and project future trends in market activity, costs, and revenues
  • Identify and evaluate risks, opportunities, and threats
  • Perform statistical analyses, make recommendations, and present findings and recommendations
  • Analyze sales, marketing, and financial data and make recommendations for improving sales and profitability
  • Develop models to help forecast financial performance and project future business outcomes
  • Conduct ongoing research and analysis to support business decisions
  • Make recommendations, implement plans, and oversee projects
  • Ensure all accounting, reporting, and record-keeping activities are completed accurately and on time
  • Submit expense reports and required reports
  • Work closely with upper management to develop, implement, and maintain financial policies and procedures
  • Responsible for meeting all reporting requirements, including, but not limited to, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
  • Assist in all aspects of

Company Name strives to maintain a workforce that is diverse and inclusive. We encourage applications from all races, religions, national origins, genders, , , gender expressions, and ages. We are also committed to supporting veterans and individuals with disabilities.


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