Program Background

Prospera is a A$259 million eight-year program building on two decades of Australia’s support for economic governance in Indonesia. Prospera incorporates 15 Australian Government agencies and over 200 expert advisers and program staff from diverse backgrounds. Prospera also collaborates closely with the Katalis program to realise the benefits of the Indonesia-Australia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. 

Prospera’s goal is to contribute to strong, sustainable, and inclusive economic growth in Indonesia through three breakthrough outcomes:

• Expanding markets creating jobs: Building a robust private sector that creates more high value jobs.

• Safeguarding economic and financial stability: Ensuring a strong foundation for sustainable and inclusive growth.

• Improving public finances and government performance: Enabling a modern, effective and responsible public sector.

Underpinning these breakthrough areas are three enablers: capable and coordinated institutions that support Indonesia’s development transition; gender equality and disability inclusion are advanced; and government of Indonesia and Australia partnerships strengthen.

Prospera delivers climate and energy activities as part of the policy and regulatory workstreams of an Australia-Indonesia climate partnership. The energy transition is a significant opportunity for Indonesia to create competitive industries and jobs in pursuit of its 2045 ambition of becoming an advanced nation.

Prospera commenced in March 2018 and will conclude in February 2026.

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The Role

Prospera is seeking an Economist to assist its Macro Team in supporting the Government of Indonesia (GoI) counterparts in shaping sound macro-fiscal policy and development strategy to support strong, inclusive, and sustainable growth. The Economist will bring strong economic analytic and policy assessment that reflects the expertise and knowledge of economic policymaking, particularly in the Indonesian context. The Economist will focus on a broad policy analytical agenda with strength in macroeconomics, macroeconomic policy, and economic development.

The economist is expected to provide expert input, produce analytical works, and work closely with Prospera’s technical counterparts. Strong quantitative skills are essential. Experience working in related areas in Indonesia or emerging/developing country contexts is required

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About You

It is expected that the position will meet the following qualifications:

•        Master’s degree in economics, public policy, finance, or related field(s).

•        At least 5 (five) years of relevant work experience in economics, quantitative analysis, and/or public policy.

•        Proven expertise in economics evident in work experience. Experience in analysing the Indonesian economy and/or other economies.

•        A capacity to engage in all the following areas:

o   Macroeconomic structural reform related to industrial strategy and market efficiency.

o   Fiscal policy—at the macroeconomic level and policy issues regarding budget revenue, spending, and financing.

o   Financial sector policy, in particular on financial sector stability.

•        Excellent written communication skills with fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia (both written and oral).

•        Proficiency in data processing with statistical software such as STATA. Adept in the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

•        Proven ability to work independently and to take the initiative to progress deliverables.

Remuneration
The remuneration will be set according to DFAT/National Remuneration Framework group C, Job Level 2. The remuneration level at which the position is engaged will be based on the successful candidates’ relevant skills and experience and will be subject to applicable employment regulations and tax obligations. This position is a long-term position, open for International and Indonesian nationals’ applicants.

Why join Prospera?

At Prospera, you will be part of a high-performing, innovative and collaborative team that provides analysis and advice on key policy areas in support of strong, sustainable, and inclusive economic growth in Indonesia.

HOW TO APPLY

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Please submit your CV including a cover letter in one file name that addresses the selection criteria (no more than three pages) with subject Economist (Macro). Please kindly state your expected salary for this position in the cover letter.

  
APPLICATIONS WILL BE CLOSED 24 April 2025, 05:00 PM (GMT +7).
  
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be called upon for further processes.

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