Overview
The Agriculture Economist will contribute to the delivery of the unit's work program in Madagascar, focusing on impactful projects and strategic advisory tasks. The role involves providing technical inputs, analytical support, and contributing to policy dialogue related to agricultural and rural development.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design, preparation, and supervision of operation projects.
- Provide analytical support for preparing knowledge products on agriculture and related issues.
- Analyze, review, and process operational documents related to project operations.
- Contribute to policy dialogue related to agricultural and rural development issues.
- Lead or contribute to discussions on agricultural and rural development issues with the client, development partners, and other stakeholders.
- Work closely with other members of the agriculture team and other task teams to actively collaborate across sectors.
- Timely respond to ad-hoc information requests.
- Work closely with client counterparts and the CMU towards effective delivery of the agriculture and food sector portfolio.
- Represent the World Bank in local forums involving development partners and other stakeholders.
- Conduct technical review and analysis of client reports and sector reports.
Required Experience
At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in agriculture, agribusiness, and other disciplines related to food systems.
Qualifications
A master’s degree in agricultural and resource economics, agribusiness, agriculture or closely related discipline.
