Economist (Research & Statistics)

2 weeks ago

Singapore Ministry of Defence Singapore Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Permanent

What the role is

Undertake the function of Economist in the Research & Statistics department (RSD) to (i) work with business users to understand and address data and analysis requirements, (ii) undertake economic analysis to transform data into insights and knowledge for policymaking, and (iii) support the conduct of surveys.

What you will be working on

  • Work with business users within MPA to understand their needs and challenges, scope problems and develop economics-related use cases.
    Transform data into insights and data solutions by- ing qualitative and quantitative analyses, econometric modelling, and forecasting techniques.
  • Coordinate research and analysis by tapping on various data sources (both unstructured and structured). Employ effective use of appropriate software and programming to clean, wrangle and organise data into clear and appropriate business commentary for publications and action by user divisions.
  • Support the conduct of surveys to collect data from maritime firms for analysis
  • Develop logically structured presentations including narratives of research and/or analytics findings to secure stakeholder commitment. This can include data visualizations and dashboards to explain these results.

What we are looking for

  • Background in Economics, Business Analytics, Applied Statistics, or other related disciplines that possess an analytical and quantitative component.
  • Able to code using Python/R and data visualization tools to perform data analysis and communicate findings.
  • Strong knowledge of econometrics and business concepts is a plus
  • Strong communication skills with ability to articulate and present complex data insights and information for broad range of audience in a concise and actionable manner
  • Creative and innovative in solving problems.
  • Achievement driven and delivery focused while maintaining required quality.
  • Team player with strong organisational and people management skills.

About Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

"The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) was established on 2 February 1996, with the mission to develop Singapore as a premier global hub port and international maritime centre (IMC), and to advance and safeguard Singapore's strategic maritime interests.
MPA is the driving force behind Singapore's port and maritime development, taking on the roles of Port Authority, Port Regulator, Port Planner, IMC Champion, and National Maritime Representative.
MPA partners the industry and other agencies to enhance safety, security and environmental protection in our port waters, facilitate port operations and growth, expand the cluster of maritime ancillary services, and promote maritime R&D and manpower development."

About your application process

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 Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore or the wider Public Service.

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