COMPANY OVERVIEW
NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.
As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.
As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.
Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!
ROLE OVERVIEW
The Economics, Data and Statistics Sector is tasked to develop a Centre of excellence in economic analysis and forecasting, with a strong focus on expertise in the industries and markets NEOM aims to excel in the future. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager for Economic Analysis and Impact Assessment to join our dynamic team. As Senior Manager for Economic Analysis and Impact Assessment, you will play a pivotal role in conducting advanced econometric analyses, building predictive models, and providing actionable insights to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of econometric modelling, advanced statistical techniques, and a proven track record of applying these skills to real-world problems in various industries.
ROLE COMPETENCIES & ACTIVITIES
Econometric Models
- Design, implement and maintain econometric models to analyze complex economic phenomena, including but not limited to macroeconomic forecasting, forecasting of individual industries, labour market demand and supply forecasts and impact assessments.
- Develop and refine predictive models using advanced statistical techniques such as time series analysis, panel data analysis, and machine learning algorithms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify business challenges, formulate research questions, and develop data-driven solutions.
- Conduct thorough data analysis, including data cleaning, manipulation, and visualization, to derive actionable insights and recommendations.
- Stay abreast of the latest developments in econometric theory, statistical methodologies, and industry best practices, and apply them to improve modeling techniques and methodologies.
- Communicate complex technical concepts and findings to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner through presentations, reports, and other means.
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior members of the team, fostering their professional growth and development.
- Act as a subject matter expert on econometric methodologies, providing thought leadership and guidance on key strategic initiatives.
Economic Reporting
- Contribute to the department’s reporting on the current state and short-term outlook of the economy of the entire territory of NEOM as well as markets relevant to it.
- Report on regular forecast updates in economic publications on a quarterly and annual basis.
- Support in-depth analyses of macroeconomic and microeconomic trends based by analyzing and providing solid granular data, both for NEOM, as well as for KSA and globally.
- Support NEOM sectors and regions in developing sound economic reporting models
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in applied econometric analysis, preferably in a research or industry setting.
- Strong proficiency in econometric software packages such as R, Python, or Stata, as well as experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau.
- Proven experience in building macroeconomic forecast models.
- Excellent understanding of National Accounts as well as statistical classifications of business data and economic activities.
- Extensive knowledge of econometric theory, including regression analysis, time series analysis, causal inference, and experimental design.
- Experience with large-scale datasets and familiarity with database management systems (SQL, etc.).
- Proven ability to independently lead and manage complex econometric projects from conception to completion, including project scoping, data collection, analysis, and presentation of results.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex technical concepts into actionable insights for diverse audiences.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for tackling real-world challenges using data-driven approaches.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and adapt to changing priorities and business needs.
Qualifications
- Master's or Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, Econometrics, or a related field. Ph.D. preferred
