Economic AssistantExpiring Today!

• Gather information from a variety of sources and prepare reports on current economic developments and trends, including foreign and domestic policy issues
• Attend legislative sessions or other events and review media coverage to identify economic, commercial and relevant government activities of interest
• Analyze and report on the host country's national budget and prepare biographic reports on important economic players
• Develop economic forecasts using econometric techniques; identify economic indicators and trends; assess economic impact of tax laws
• Cultivate and develop contacts in the private and public sectors to gain a deeper understanding of how the economy functions and how government policy is formed and its impact
• As Grants Officer co-representative, co-manage the Ambassador's Self Help Fund projects and other grant programs: solicit and review grant applications, make recommendations, and monitor grantees for compliance and timely completion
• Make site visits to grant recipients to verify projects and monitor and reconcile all budgets, receipts and other submissions
• Recommend individuals for U.S.-funded programs and handle logistics for participants
• Travel independently in Kampala, surrounding districts and other parts of Uganda to keep up to date on economic developments of importance to U.S. interests
• Support travel by Embassy officials and visiting USG officials, including developing schedules, logistical arrangements and post-trip reporting
• Back up the Economic Officer as needed, including reporting on assigned portfolios and outreach activities

Qualifications & Experience:

• Two years of post-secondary education is required
• At least three years of work experience analyzing economic trends is required
• Good working knowledge of the host country's economy and business environment
• Must be able to obtain and hold a Secret security clearance for handling classified information

Skills & Competencies:

• English: good working knowledge - speaking, reading and writing
• Ability to prepare precise, accurate and analytical reports and biographical reports on a wide range of economic issues
• Ability to maintain an extensive range of mid and high-level contacts in the host government and private sector
• Ability to relate economic developments to political and social forces
• Ability to organize and execute complex research projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)