ROLE PURPOSE
Undertake strategic development and implementation of Jabatan Ekonomi's macro-frame forecasting framework by applying advanced macroeconomic and quantitative expertise to enhance forecast accuracy, ensure coherence across sectoral and aggregate perspectives, and support policy formulation aligned with the Bank's strategic objectives
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PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIE
- S Develop and implement a macro-frame forecasting framework that integrates sectoral and aggregate perspectives, ensuring consistency with macroeconomic narrative
- s.Support the development and refinement of macro-frame forecasting models and bottom-up tools, ensuring consistency with sectoral forecasts and macroeconomic narrative
- s.Lead scenario analysis and simulations to assess the impact of external and domestic shocks on macroeconomic outloo
- k.Provide technical guidance on econometric forecasting and structured evaluation of forecast performance to strengthen analytical rigo
- r.Conduct workshops and training to build internal modelling capacity and promote best practices in macroeconomic analysi
- s.Prepare communication materials (working papers, reports, presentations) to articulate findings, support policy decisions and build thought leaderships for JEK and BN
- M.Perform administrative tasks, where necessary, to ensure smooth operations and business continuit
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QUALIFICATIO
- NS Academic Qualifications: First Degree in Economics, Econometrics, Mathematics, or related field. Master's or PhD in Economics/Econometrics is highly desirab
- le.Experience: Minimum 5 - 7 years in macroeconomic analysis, forecasting, or policy research. Proven experience in developing econometric models and leading capacity-building initiativ
- es.A Malaysian citiz
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