Senior Infrastructure Specialist

2 weeks ago


Beijing, Beijing, China The Economist Full time

About The Economist

The Economist is a leading international news organization known for its insightful analysis and commentary on global affairs. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Infrastructure Specialist to join our team in Beijing.

Job Summary

The Senior Infrastructure Specialist will provide technical expertise and advisory support to our clients in the Asia-Pacific region, focusing on climate policy and infrastructure development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in economics, public policy, or a related field, with at least 8-10 years of experience in development project processing and implementation.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Advising project teams on structuring investment operations to align with country development priorities and our organization's strategies and overall operational objectives.
  2. Advising clients on the preparation of project feasibility studies, sector-specific, and thematic studies to facilitate loan processing by investment departments.
  3. Reviewing and analyzing clients' policy and regulatory frameworks, identifying gaps and constraints, and formulating time-bound policy actions for inclusion in our climate-focused policy-based financing operations.
  4. Participating in strategic dialogues with clients, co-financing partners, and stakeholders to identify business opportunities that enhance project design and outcomes.
  5. Fostering partnerships with multilateral development banks, government agencies, and international organizations to leverage collective expertise and ensure the successful implementation of our climate programs.
  6. Supporting the creation, maintenance, and dissemination of operational knowledge, with a focus on lessons learned and emerging best practices in project processing and implementation.
  7. Preparing regular reports for our senior management, staff, and clients, outlining key achievements, challenges, and lessons learned during project processing and implementation.

Qualifications

  1. Candidates should have an advanced degree (Master's or equivalent) in economics, public policy, engineering, finance, environmental science, or related fields.
  2. Candidates must have an in-depth understanding of one or more key infrastructure sectors, such as energy, transport, urban development, water, or health and education.
  3. Proven track record in contributing to high-level policy dialogues with governments, providing actionable advice on climate-related reforms.
  4. Strong technical and analytical abilities to address complex policy issues and offer practical solutions aligned with our climate and development goals.
  5. Experience in processing and implementing infrastructure projects in developing countries, particularly policy-based loans, is highly desirable.
  6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with governments, multilateral development banks, and other stakeholders.
  7. Ability to work constructively in a multicultural environment and contribute as a collaborative team member in multi-disciplinary teams.
  8. Fluency in English required; proficiency in additional languages spoken in our regions is a plus.


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