Investment & International Trade Statistics Manager

OVERVIEW

Position

Investment and International Trade Statistics Manager

Job Code

Reports to

Executive Director Data and Statistics

Direct Reports

N/A

Division/Section

Data and Statistics

Department

Economics, Data and Statistics

Sector

Economics, Data and Statistics

Job Family

Role Purpose

The Economics, Data and Statistics Sector is tasked to build a brand-new Statistics Office for NEOM in a greenfield environment in order to produce robust data and statistics about people, the economy and different sectors of interest. Building such a Statistics Office in a fully digitalized context offers unique opportunities to gain deep real-time statistical insights and take the production of official statistics to a level way beyond what is possible in legacy environments. A Senior Manager Investment and International Trade Statistics is required to conduct the work on Investment Statistics, as well as on International Trade Statistics. She/he will be part of a team of outstanding statistics and data science experts to produce the set of required high-quality official statistics in very little time. The Senior Manager Investment and International Trade Statistics will activate data already available in NEOM for the production of official Investment and Trade Statistics, engaging with all stakeholders in order to build automated data pipelines and create a harmonized data ecosystem. Additionally, she/he will explore new innovative data sources and methodologies for the production of Economic Statistics and contribute to turn NEOM’s Statistics Office into a unique information center, making it a role model in the global statistical community.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES

Statistics Production

• Data Collection and Analysis: Lead efforts to collect, organize, and analyze data on investment and trade activities, including foreign direct investment, import/export volumes, tariffs, and trade agreements.
• Reporting and Presentation: Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations that highlight key trends, opportunities, and risks in investment and trade markets. Present findings to senior management and other relevant stakeholders.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to develop strategic plans and initiatives based on insights from investment and trade data. Identify opportunities for growth, risk mitigation, and optimization of resources.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, industry associations, and research institutions.
• Quality Assurance: Implement processes and protocols to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and security of investment and trade data. Conduct regular audits and quality checks to identify and address any discrepancies or issues.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to investment and trade activities. Ensure compliance with reporting requirements and data protection protocols.
• Adhere to international standards, classifications and definitions when producing official statistics for NEOM.
• Implement a rigorous process management of the production of official statistics, following the GSBPM approach.
• Ensure the high quality of statistics produced in compliance with internationally agreed quality criteria of official statistics.

BACKGROUND, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in investment analysis, trade economics, or statistical analysis, with a focus on investment and trade data.
• Proven leadership experience, including managing teams and overseeing complex projects.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with proficiency in statistical software (R, Python etc.) and data visualization tools.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas and insights to diverse audiences.
• Deep understanding of global economic trends, investment strategies, and trade policies.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and prioritize competing demands.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Economics, Business Administration or a related field.

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