Economic Specialist

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Economic Specialist to join our team at the American Embassy in The Hague. As an Economic Specialist, you will assist and advise the Front Office, Political-Economic Counselor, Economic Chief, and economic officers in policy advocacy on behalf of Mission goals across a broad range of economic issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Track all economic issues in the Netherlands and draft reports on Dutch macroeconomic trends, domestic, regional, and international economic policy as pertains to the Netherlands.
• Provide expert research, reporting, advice, and related services of broad scope and complexity on investment screening, sanctions, economic security, including supply chains/competition, and other environment, science, and health issues.
• Develop and maintain regular contacts with mid-to-senior level stakeholders and policy makers up to the CEO/Minister level.

Requirements

• A university degree in a relevant major field of study, such as history, business/economics, science, government and/or journalism or local equivalent.
• At least five years of progressively responsible experience in program management, research and analysis, planning and strategy related to government, business, ICT, public policy, and/or law with proven skill in written presentation of analysis and advocacy in the areas of economic, business, and policy issues.
• Fluent English and Dutch (speaking/reading/writing).

What We Offer

• Annual salary of EUR 65,841 – EUR 92,180
• 8.33 % End of year bonus (13th month)
• 8.2% Holiday bonus
• 3.67% Duty-free days bonus
• American and Dutch public holidays (approximately 18 days per year)
• Minimum 23 days of paid annual leave per year
• One-year contract which will be renewed under the same conditions based on job performance, funding, and security clearance.
• Sick leave, maternity leave, parental leave, and other leave in line with Dutch regulations
• Pension Plan
• Travel allowance
• Bicycle Benefit Plan
• Extensive training opportunities

How to Apply

Please submit your application via our Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA): https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/nld/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms

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