Senior/Lead Economist, Economic Surveillance
2 weeks ago
Monetary Authority of Singapore
Fixed Terms
Closing on 14 Sep 2025
What the role is
The Economic Surveillance and Forecasting Department undertakes surveillance and forecasting of the global and domestic economies, which are key inputs for monetary policy decision making. The Department works closely with the Economic Analysis Department on monetary policy formulation.
What you will be working on
- To conduct surveillance and forecasting of Asian economies.
- To conduct research on international macroeconomic and financial trends and developments.
- To prepare and coordinate briefs, reports, and speeches for senior management
- To contribute to the work of staff with other country portfolios within MAS and in other government ministries/agencies
- To guide younger officers on general macroeconomic surveillance and analysis
What we are looking for
- Minimum bachelor's degree in economics
- 10 years' experience and exposure to macroeconomic analysis and forecasting
(Specialisation in the Asian economies would be an advantage) - Economic analysis and econometric skills
- Competent grasp of macroeconomic frameworks, models, and theories to analyse and interpret economic developments, and to conduct simulation and forecasting exercises
- Good economic research and writing skills
- Ability to lead a small team of economists and research staff
- Excellent presentational skills and ability to represent MAS at meetings and conferences
This is a 1-year contract position. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.
As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.
About Monetary Authority of Singapore
MAS is the central bank of Singapore. Our mission is to promote sustained non-inflationary economic growth, and a sound and progressive financial centre.
About your application process
This job is closing on 14 Sep 2025.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and for other roles within Monetary Authority of Singapore or the wider Public Service.
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