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Internship Contact Us Career IGC Programme Economist, India (Bihar) IGC Job Status: Previous Vacancies Posted Date: 10 September 2017 Last Date To Apply : October 31st(23.59 UK time) 2017 The International Growth Centre (IGC), based at LSE and in partnership with the University of Oxford, aims to promote sustainable growth in developing countries by providing demand-led policy advice based on frontier research.

In Collaboration With The

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) In India And The Asian Development Research Institute (ADRI), The IGC Is Currently Establishing a New Programme Of Work Focussed On Building a Strong, Sustainable Ecosystem Of Monitoring And Evaluation In Bihar, India.

This Includes

Increasing the demand, use, and integration of evidence, based on rigorous frontier research, in policymaking and programme design

Generating transformational ideas and robust policy impact in desired focus areas in Bihar, such as health, nutrition sanitation and financial inclusion

Enhancing skills of policymakers, researchers,



and practitioners to build greater institutional capacity to facilitate and increase innovation and local adaptation of monitoring and evaluation knowledge The Successful Candidate Will Have MSc/MA degree in development economics, economics, public policy, or related discipline, with an evident command of a sub-discipline relevant to programme’s focus areas

Demonstrated understanding of policy-relevant economic research and expertise with quantitative and qualitative research methodologies

Demonstrated ability with engaging policy makers, including the ability to build relationships and engage in policy dialogue. Bihar or India specific experience would be an advantage

Evidence of the ability to work independently as a dynamic, self-starter with minimal supervision in challenging environments For further information about the post, please see the and the person specification on our website (www.adriindia.org) To apply for this post, please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]. The closing date for receipt of applications is October 31st(23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications.

📌 IGC Programme Economist, India (Bihar) (Samba)
🏢 Asian Development Research Institute (ADRI)
📍 Samba