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Economic Analyst - Desk Economist for Candidate and Eastern Neighbourhood countries (Ukraine)

European Commission · Brussels, Belgium

This post in plain words

This is an economist post in DG ECFIN, Unit D.2, in Brussels, with work focused on Ukraine. The job covers economic monitoring, EU macro-financial assistance and EU policy towards Ukraine as an EU candidate country.

Temporary agent

Can you apply?

The notice does not state nationality or age rules. Check the eligibility page linked in the official notice.

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Languages
Very good English (communication and drafting); knowledge of French is an asset.
Education
Not stated in the notice; a solid economics background is required.
Experience
Proven experience in macroeconomic, fiscal or financial analysis and with EU candidate countries.
Contract
Temporary agent (2b) contract; duration not stated.

What they ask for:

  • Solid economics background and experience analysing macroeconomic, fiscal or financial issues.
  • Proven experience with EU candidate countries, tested during selection.
  • Proven experience in macro-fiscal forecasting or projections.
  • Proven experience working with national authorities and stakeholders.
  • Very good communication and drafting skills in English.

What you would do

  • Monitor and analyse Ukraine's economic, fiscal and structural developments.
  • Help implement the EU's macro-financial assistance to Ukraine.
  • Contribute to economic surveillance and analytical tools for Ukraine.
  • Support EU policy towards Ukraine as a candidate country.
  • Prepare briefings for senior management and the College.

How to apply

Send one PDF with your CV first and the completed application form second, by email to the unit secretariat before the deadline. Quote the reference in the subject line.

Good to know:

  • Skills listed in the notice will be tested during the selection.
  • The post is based in Brussels, in DG ECFIN Unit D.2.
  • Work on Ukraine is among the unit's top priorities.
  • Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

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We wrote this summary automatically from the official notice, published by EU Careers (eu-careers.europa.eu). Only the official notice counts: read it before you apply.

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