Research Fellow, Macroeconomist-SEI

Reference number: 202633

Job status: In-progress

Job category: Local Position

Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya

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CIFOR-ICRAF The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.

CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a

Research Fellow, Macroeconomist-SEI

Overview

About our organization:
Stockholm Environment Institute is an international non-profit research institute that tackles climate, environment and sustainable development challenges. We empower partners to meet these challenges through cutting-edge research, knowledge, tools and capacity building. Scientific quality and integrity are foundations of our work. Partnership is at the heart of our approach, leading to change that lasts.

Our work connects science to policy and practice, aiming to drive tangible impacts. It spans climate change, natural resources, water, air, and health, and addresses questions of governance, innovation, finance, poverty, gender equality and social equity.

Through SEI’s HQ and seven centres around the world, we engage with policy, practice and development action for a sustainable, prosperous future for all. SEI Africa is based in Nairobi, Kenya, and is hosted by the World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) based in Gigiri, Nairobi, Kenya. We invite you to learn more about SEI and World Agroforestry by accessing our websites: www.sei.org and www.worldagroforestry.org

SEI is looking for a:
Research Fellow, Macroeconomist

The Research Fellow will provide technical expertise in macroeconomic analysis, economic modelling, fiscal and monetary policy assessment, and economic forecasting to support evidence-based policy development and strategic decision-making. The role involves analyzing economic trends, evaluating policy impacts, conducting scenario modelling, and supporting research related to economic growth, climate resilience, public finance, sustainable development, and structural transformation.

Duties and responsibilities

1.Macroeconomic Modelling and
Scenario Analysis

  • Develop and apply macroeconomic models, including Computable General Equilibrium (CGE), input-output, econometric, and simulation models
  • Conduct policy simulations and assess the impacts of fiscal, monetary, trade, climate, and structural policy reforms on GDP, sectoral productivity, labor markets, household welfare, trade balance, and fiscal balance/deficit
  • Support climate-economic modelling, transition risk analysis, and green growth assessments.
  • Analyze the economic implications of shocks, vulnerabilities, and development pathways.

2.Research, Data Management, and
Statistical Analysis

  • Collect, manage, and analyze macroeconomic and socio-economic datasets.
  • Conduct econometric and statistical analyses using relevant software and modelling tools.
  • Ensure quality assurance, validation, and interpretation of economic data and assumptions.
  • Contribute to development of databases, indicators, and analytical frameworks.

3.Policy Research and Advisory
Support

  • Provide policy advice on macroeconomic management, fiscal sustainability, investment planning, and economic reform.
  • Support development of policy briefs, strategic reports, and analytical papers.
  • Assess the macroeconomic implications of climate change, energy transitions, food systems transformation, and sustainable development policies.
  • Contribute to national development planning and economic policy dialogue processes.

4.Stakeholder Engagement and
Coordination

  • Engage with government institutions, central banks, development partners, academia, financial institutions, and private sector stakeholders.
  • Participate in technical working groups, policy consultations, and stakeholder dialogues.
  • Support coordination of interdisciplinary research and policy engagement activities.
  • Facilitate capacity-building activities and technical training where required.

5.Business Development

  • Contribute to the preparation of project concept notes, project proposal development and grant applications
  • Work on existing and new projects as assigned and as per general tasks.

Requirements

  • A PhD or M.Sc. in Economics, Macroeconomics, Development Economics, Public Policy or related discipline.
  • Minimum of 2 years of postdoctoral research experience or 6 years of professional experience with an M.Sc. qualification, in Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) modelling, forecasting, and quantitative analysis.

Education, knowledge and experience

  • A PhD or M.Sc. in Economics, Macroeconomics, Development Economics, Public Policy or related discipline.
  • Minimum of 2 years of postdoctoral research experience or 6 years of professional experience with an M.Sc. qualification, in Computable General Equilibrium (CGE) modelling, forecasting, and quantitative analysis.

Terms and conditions

  • This is a Locally Recruited Position (LRS). CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currency commensurate with skills and experience.
  • The appointment will be for a period of two (2) years, inclusive of a six-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.
  • The duty station will be in Nairobi, Kenya.
  • We will acknowledge all applications but will only contact short-listed candidates.

Application process

The application deadline is 19 Jun 2026.

We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates.

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