Economist (senior key expert)

NTU International A/S is leading a consortium for the preparation of proposal for the EU funded project in SEA Lot 6: Education Sector Public Expenditure Review (PER) in Greenland and is searching for non-key experts to support the core team during the implementation of this project.

The overall objective of the Education PER would be to provide evidence-based recommendations for: better fiscal management, efficiently and effectively use of public expenditures to support Greenland's education sector, improve service delivery).

Economist (senior key expert)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the analysis of public expenditure patterns, budget allocation, and fiscal policy impacts.
• Assess government debt sustainability and revenue generation capacity.
• Conduct macroeconomic and fiscal forecasting, including scenario analysis.
• Evaluate the economic impact of public spending using advanced modelling tools.
• Apply CGE models, input-output analysis, and other fiscal tools for policy simulations.
• Provide policy recommendations on fiscal sustainability, taxation, and expenditure reforms.
• Prepare high-quality reports and presentations for stakeholders, including government and donor institutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to strategic economic planning efforts.

️ Qualifications and skills:

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Economics, Public Finance, or a closely related field.
• Proficiency in English (C1); Knowledge of Danish or Greenlandic is an asset.

️ Professional experience:

• Minimum of 15 years of professional experience in macroeconomic analysis, public finance, and fiscal policy.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting economic and fiscal analysis for small economies, ideally in the Arctic or similar regions.
• Strong background in economic modelling and forecasting, including use of CGE models and input-output analysis.
• Proven experience in assessing fiscal sustainability, government expenditure frameworks, and public revenue structures.
• Excellent knowledge of economic theory, applied macroeconomics, and public policy analysis.
• Experience in working with international donors, public institutions, or development agencies is highly desirable.
• Strong report writing, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply and upload your CV via LinkedIn or sent to . Due to the large number of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.