Analyst Research and Policy Advocacy

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2. JOB PURPOSE:

The Analyst assists the Research and Policy Advocacy department of Investment in collecting and organizing data, developing economic models, and producing research and policy advocacy reports and analyses. The Analyst will evaluate industries/sectors and countries and derive insights to identify investment attraction opportunities. The Analysts performs research and analysis that aims to increase foreign direct investments into Qatar, improve the understanding of the global, regional and local economic dynamics, and build a national database of foreign investments for Qatar's State.

Description Role Responsibilities

* Carry out well-targeted, result-oriented, high-quality research and analysis focusing on global, regional, and local economic factors affecting IPAQ's operations to support IPAQ's strategy implementation and policy development. Compile various economic, financial, and business data from multiple information sources, apply qualitative and quantitative research techniques, balance timeliness and quality, and convey research findings using appropriate communication strategies.

* Contribute to develop, harmonize and analyze diverse sets of data using appropriate software, identify trends, potential challenges and opportunities, long-term, strategic data needs, develop a conceptual and functional data structure and forecasts. Use this information to provide detailed analyses to management.

* Build a database of relevant micro and macroeconomic indicators on select industries and countries. i.e., collect, organize, maintain, and analyze data that characterizes global, regional, or national economy. Periodically review database for accuracy and consistency. Disseminate the data and analysis through IPAQ's dissemination channels, including the website interface.

* Conduct research on requests/inquiries from companies/investors/stakeholders about generic to industry-specific information using direct and indirect sources. Presenting data and insights in a timely manner and communicating in the right medium.

* Develop, maintain, and enhance RPA dashboards using the data collected to complete reports that aid in driving business decisions. Contribute to developing and managing tools, including but not limited to a CRM system and an Investor Connection Platform to provide business intelligence on investment attraction and promotion activities.

* Attend designated meetings/events, prepare properly for the meeting and take notes that accurately reflect the decisions and discussions completed during sessions, and prepare a draft of the minutes in

* Support the rest of the IPAQ team in various analytic activities and ad hoc projects, including due diligence and evaluation of companies, sectors, countries, or regions.

* Support outreach to the relevant authorities or persons and assist in leading the organization of selected knowledge events such as workshops, conferences, and roundtable discussions by contributing to content development.

* Develop relationships with key local and international entities, think tanks, and research departments to enrich IPAQ's understanding of the national, regional, and global economic landscape.

* Accomplish department goals by accepting responsibilities for achieving new and different needs; seeking opportunities to add value to the IPAQ. Keep abreast with knowledge and best practices in the field of trade and investment across the globe.

Driving Excellence * Provide input to enhance the policies and procedures and follow relevant processes, standard

procedures, and instructions to ensure that work is consistent and effective. * Collaborate with others and demonstrate customer-centric behavior with clients and colleagues. * Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, procedures, and workflows and support

the implementation of such, ensuring adherence to internal policies, regulations, and standards. Process and Report Management * Assists in completing relevant reports to ensure they are completed in a timely and accurate manner

and meets the Department and Division requirements, policies, and standards. Related Assignments * Perform other related duties or assignments as directed by the Senior Manager RPA

5. COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal * Senior Manager RPA * Other internal teams (Strategy, Marketing

Communications, Investors Relations)

External * BD Platforms * Gov't entities * Academia and training & research organizations * Support Service Providers * International organizations

6. JOB REQUIREMENTS: QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: Professional/Academic Qualifications: Essential Desirable  Bachelor's degree in economics, Finance, Business Administration or

other related fields with the quantitative or analytical discipline. Native English speakers preferred; Arabic is a plus.

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 Postgraduate Qualification in a relevant subject area X Experience:  Fresh graduate from one of the mentioned qualifications X  Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a similar role (postgraduate

studies will be counted towards work experience)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:  Strong research skills X  Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report

writing X

 Data mining skills, ability to analyze data and synthase results and X

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present conclusions  Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel,

PowerPoint, and Word), excellence in other technical tools is an advantage)

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 Strong problem-solving skills X  Project management and planning skills and ability to multitask and

respond to a variety of demands on time and handle the pressure X

 Result-oriented for clients and organization objectives X  Good interpersonal skills: ability to engage with individuals X  Strategic, operational planning and analytical skills with attention to

details X

 Self-motivated, proactive, and independent learner X  Strong team player, ability to deal with people sensitively and to use

initiative in tackling problems X

 Complete confidentiality on all business matters X

7. KEY COMPETENCIES:

Technical Competencies:

To be populated at a later stage by

Behavioral Competencies:

Cluster 1: Leadership * Strategic Thinking * Managing and Developing Performance * Decision Making

Cluster 4: Organizational Success * Commitment to Quality * Customer Orientation and Focus * Continuous Learning

Cluster 2: Operational Context * Planning & Organizing * Problem Solving * Conducting Research * Performing Analysis

Cluster 5: Working with Others * Managing Relationships * Respect for Others * Communicating and influencing

Cluster 3: Delivering Results * Using Resources Responsibly * Responding to Pressure * Working in a Changing Environment

Equal Opportunities:

First People Solutions is committed to equal opportunities regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief and age.