Organization Name | : | Center for Economic Research in Pakistan (CERP) |
Location | : | Lahore, Pakistan |
Apply email | : | Not Specified |
Start Date | : | 31 Aug 2020, 05:30 am |
Closing Date | : | 26 Sep 2020, 12:00 am |
Position Title: Analytics Associate
Qualifications: BS, Master’s in economics or equivalent, 2-5 years of relevant experience
Minimum Commitment: 12 Months
Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: 29-P, Gulberg II, Lahore
Program Description
CERP is a non-profit policy research organization founded by renowned Pakistani academics in 2008 with the aim of catalyzing policy research in Pakistan. We do this by undertaking rigorous quantitative research and building capacity for evidence-based policy making. Its principal investigators include leading economists form Pakistan and abord including Nobel laureates.
CERP Analytics is expanding and now covering Private sector in addition to Public sector. This is an exciting opportunity to use econometrics and data analysis to draw insights and intelligence from private sector business data. In this position there will be opportunity to develop deep vertical industry knowledge and use analytical techniques to solve industry problems and provide strategic advice. You will also get an opportunity to work on public sector assignments.
Job Description
CERP is seeking a proactive individual who is motivated, quick learner, self-confident, persistent and loves working with data to fill the role of Senior Analytics Associate. This position requires strong interest and background in econometrics and quantitative economics. Working with the management, the Senior Analytics Associate will create econometrics instruments, perform data analysis and build sound narratives to interpret data and draw insights. This includes:
• Understand industry dynamics, operation and challenges faced by multiple industry sectors and public sector
• Review and vet various data sets and information resources
• Analyze data to answer questions, draw insights and intelligence pertinent to an industry
• Use the insights and intelligence to make strategic and operational recommendations
• Support implementation of data management and collection procedures
• Under guidance of senior team, interact with customers as required
Qualifications and Skills
• Masters/Bachelors in Economics, Computer Sciences, Social Sciences, Public Policy, or equivalent with strong econometrics background
• 2-5 years of relevant work experience
• Interest in developing domain knowledge of private and public sector
• Demonstrated knowledge of using one of Python, R and/or STATA or other statistical software package and willingness to learn more at a fast pace
• Ability to work independently with self-directed effort
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Fluency in English and Urdu
• Willingness to travel within Pakistan
How to Apply
Please follow the instructions below. Any applications or CVs submitted outside this process will not be considered. Only successful candidates will be contacted
Interested candidates should:
1. Fill out the online form found here (https://goo.gl/forms/8bOMX9r7m0fnT9cv1)
2. Send an email to careers@cerp.org.pk and analytics@cerp.org.pk with the subject “CERP Analytics Team”. Please include your cover letter, CV and transcripts
Job Email id: careers(at)cerp.org.pk