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Economist; Research - Parental Leave Replacement

Job in Genf, Geneva, Switzerland
Listing for: International Labour Organization
Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Research/Development
    Research Scientist, Research Analyst, Research Assistant/Associate, Data Scientist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 CHF Yearly CHF 80000.00 100000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Economist (Research) - Parental Leave Replacement
Location: Genf

Stellenbeschreibung

Grade: P2

Vacancy no.: TEMP/RESEARCH/P/2025/01

Publication date: 30 July 2025

Final date to receive applications (midnight Geneva time): 19 August 2025

Job : 13178

Department: RESEARCH

Organization Unit: RESEARCH

Location: Geneva

Contract type: Short Term

This is a temporary assignment (Parental leave cover) for a short-term period from 7 November 2025 to 7 May 2026.

The selection process is not subject to the rules and procedures defined in Annex I of the ILO Staff Regulations.

The following are eligible to apply:

  • Currently serving staff (WLT, FT, ST, SST)
  • Conditions of employment for external candidates:
    In conformity with existing ILO practice, the appointment of an external candidate will normally be made at the first step of this grade.
Introduction

The position is located in the Research and Publications Department (RESEARCH), which conducts research on economic, social and environmental frontier issues affecting the World of Work, driving change and transformations. Research is undertaken in a collaborative and inter-disciplinary manner leading to regular Flagship Reports, Academic Papers, Working Papers and Research Briefs for the benefit of evidence-based policy making by constituents at all levels.

The main role of the position is to act as a parental leave replacement for a duration of six months. During this time, the incumbent will conduct policy-relevant research and contribute to the communication material and the underlying research of academic and policy-oriented publications, pre-dominantly those related to the WESO Thematic Report 2026 on Skills and Lifelong learning, contributing to drafting texts and using applied techniques as well as conceptual and descriptive analyses.

The incumbent works under direct supervision of the Senior Economist of the Skills, Active Labour Market Policy, and Policy Evaluation team within RESEARCH.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the WESO Thematic Report on Lifelong Learning and Skills Dynamics, providing analytical support. This includes understanding and engaging with microeconometric analyses and data science outputs—based on survey and online labour market data, of both cross-sectional and longitudinal nature—to support the accurate interpretation and presentation of findings. Apply relevant tools (e.g. Stata, R, Python) to support empirical findings, and contribute to the development of data visualizations using advance data science methods and methodological annexes.
  • Provide editorial support to the WESO Report, including to the layout, typesetting, translation, and other editorial processes.
  • Draft and/or provide technical input into the development, peer review and editing of policy and research briefs, working papers, and other knowledge products that translate technical findings into clear, policy-relevant messages. This includes summarizing empirical results in regional briefs and contributing content for dissemination via digital platforms and social media.
  • Contribute to the design and implementation of the communication strategy for the WESO Thematic Report, including producing communication-related content and visuals that summarize key findings for broader audiences, in particular, assisting in the preparation of supporting outputs, such as regional briefs, summarizing findings, and planning for the report’s launch.
  • Participate in internal and external meetings, presentations, and email exchanges to provide technical input and feedback on: the development of the WESO Thematic Report, ongoing research on skills dynamics (including links to non-wage amenities and labour market outcomes), collaborations with ILO field offices, and other emerging research and policy work streams within the Skills and Evaluation Unit.
    • Required qualifications Education

    Advanced level university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in economics or other relevant field, with specialisation in labour or development.

    Experience

    At least three years of experience in research in areas of labour or development, including quantitative analyses, with proven record of contribution to policy-oriented research reports.

    A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s…

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