Economist III

General Function:

The candidate plays a key role in driving evidence-based planning, monitoring local economic trends, and assessing the impact of development initiatives. This role serves as a stepping stone toward regular plantilla employment within the local government.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Conducts comprehensive economic research and analysis

• Analyzes local, regional, and national economic trends to identify development challenges and opportunities.
• Provides data-backed policy and program recommendations to support local economic growth.

1. Assists in formulating and developing economic policies and strategies

• Contributes to the preparation of local economic development strategies in alignment with the Local Government Unit’s Comprehensive Development Plan and Local Investment and Incentives Code.
• Supports the formulation of investment promotion and business retention policies.

1. Contributes to the preparation and updating of socioeconomic plans

• Participates in the development and periodic updating of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan, Comprehensive Development Plan, and Annual Investment Program to ensure economic goals are addressed.
• Integrates economic indicators and projections into planning documents.

1. Collects, organizes, and interprets economic data

• Gathers and consolidates data from internal and external sources including Philippine Statistics Authority, National Economic Development Authority, Department of Trade and Industry, Department of Labor and Employment, and other relevant agencies.
• Develops local economic profiles, feasibility studies, and statistical reports to aid in planning and investment promotion.

1. Monitors and evaluates economic development programs

• Assists in the development of Key Performance Indicators for local economic programs.
• Prepares evaluation reports to measure project effectiveness and inform policy adjustments.

1. Conducts economic impact assessments

• Evaluates the potential effects of policies, programs, and investment projects on employment, income, and local economic activity.
• Recommends mitigating measures to ensure inclusive and sustainable outcomes.

1. Performs related tasks as may be assigned

• Supports the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions Office Head in technical and administrative functions as necessary.
• Participates in inter-agency meetings, consultations, and capacity-building initiatives.
• Minimum Qualification Standards (as per CSC/DBM guidelines):
• Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job (e.g., Economics, Development Studies, Statistics, Public Administration, or related fields)
• Experience: Atleast three(3) years of relevant experience
• Training: 16 hours of relevant training
• Eligibility: Career Service (Professional) / Second Level Eligibility