Development Planner Fiscal Policy & Economic Management

Posted by Ministry of Finance & Economic Management

Job Title: Development Planner Fiscal Policy & Economic Management

Location: Brades , Montserrat
Salary: EC$58,896.00 - $65,232.00 / Year + Transport Allowance - $9,600.00
Expiry Date: Saturday, May 28, 2022
Posted by Ministry of Finance & Economic Management

The Government of Montserrat is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for the post of Development Planner, within the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management.

JOB PURPOSE

To provide economic development advice and technical support to the Government of Montserrat (GoM) through the formulation and or revision of development strategies, plans and programmes to assist in the promotion of sustainable development in Montserrat.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist with the formulation, revision and update of the Sustainable Development Plan (SDP) and its accompanying implementation programme.
  • Conduct analysis, evaluate and report on National Development Plans, Policies, Strategies and Programmes.
  • Promote the cohesive integration of national development priorities across all sectors.
  • Support the Public Sector Strategic Planning activities led by the Policy and Planning Division annually.
  • Formulate development plans, strategies and programmes for private sector development in conjunction with the relevant stakeholders as requested.
  • Support the implementation of plans, strategies and programmes that promote private sector development.
  • Contribute to sectoral analyses and appraisals to facilitate recommendations and GoM decision papers.
  • Undertake and or assist in research, data gathering and analysis to provide advice, information and recommendations to senior officials for consideration and action.
  • Assist in building competencies and capacity in economic development within the Public Service.
  • Provide information and advice to the public on a wide range of issues including economic growth and impact, national development and redevelopment.
  • Prepare reports and briefings for Senior Officials, Ministers and the Cabinet on issues of broad national concern or provide oral briefings on technical issues to Senior Management or the Minister.
  • Work with the statistics function to compile data and statistics on social and economic development indicators. 

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATIONS

The applicant should possess:-

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Development Studies, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
  • Three (3) to five (5) years experience at a management level in economics, national development/redevelopment, private sector development or related fields.

SKILLS

  • Proficient in economic and demographic research skills.
  • Excellent writing skills to include editing, oversight or preparation of technical reports and presentation of information to government entities and other stakeholders.
  • Skills in statistical analysis and synthesis of large amounts of information in a clear and ordered manner for various audiences.
  • Good understanding/knowledge of the local and regional environments .
  • Strategic planning .
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills and public relation skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Strong computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office programmes.
  • Skills in data visualization and graphic design for creation of presentations and documents would be an asset.

    Required Submissions

    Please see below required submission(s):

    1. Covering Letter
    2. Completed Application Form
    3. Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae with full particulars of Experience
    4. Certified Copies of Qualifications
    5. Clear statement detailing why you are well qualified for the position
    6. Two letters of reference with full contact details of the referees 

  • Deadline

    June 17, 2022

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