Research Analyst for Regional Surveillance (Corporate Position)

The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) is seeking a Research Analyst to join its Regional Surveillance Group.

If you are passionate about macroeconomics, research and understanding the forces shaping the ASEAN+3 region, this role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to AMRO’s regional surveillance work. As part of the Regional Surveillance Group, you will work alongside economists on ASEAN+3 regional macroeconomic outlooks, risk assessments, policy analysis and structural issues, contributing to AMRO’s flagship ASEAN+3 Regional Economic Outlook (AREO) and other surveillance outputs.

As a Research Analyst, you will play an active role in supporting this work through economic and data analysis, research, database management and the preparation of analytical outputs, gaining exposure to a broad range of macroeconomic and financial issues across the ASEAN+3 region.

For more information on AREO, refer to: https://www.amro-asia.org/asean3-regional-economic-outlook-areo/.

Why join AMRO?

• Contribute to strengthening macroeconomic and financial resilience and stability of the ASEAN+3 region.
• Engage in high-impact analytical and policy work shaping regional financial cooperation.
• Collaborate in a diverse and multicultural international environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and international exposure.

Job Responsibilities:

The Research Analyst will work closely with economists to produce the analytics and research that underpins AMRO’s regional surveillance work. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Contribute to the production of the region surveillance knowledge products, including surveillance-related research, analytical papers and thematic studies, by sourcing, compiling and analyzing relevant data and statistics, applying appropriate analytical tools, and summarizing key findings. 
• Maintain and update key macroeconomic databases, ensuring their accuracy, accessibility, and usefulness for economists, and develop new databases where needed under supervisors’ guidance. 
• Maintain and enhance electronic templates, automated dashboards, and other analytical resources on a timely basis, ensuring that they remain current and effective. 
• Assist in the preparation of presentation materials and other outputs to support the Group’s analytical and policy-related work. 
• Compile routine macroeconomic updates in close coordination with economists and communicate them promptly to the Group Head and the broader Surveillance Groups. 
• Participate in research projects and provide broader research and analytical support, including drafting targeted notes on selected issues relevant to the Group’s work program. 
• Contribute to broader institutional and operational initiatives in support of AMRO’s mandate.

The candidate should possess:

• A bachelor’s degree in economics, international finance, public policy, statistics or other related fields; a postgraduate degree would be an advantage. 

• A strong background in macroeconomics and econometrics, with proven experience with economic research, database and content management.  

• Familiarity with economic and financial databases, such as Bloomberg, CEIC, Haver Analytics and Refinitiv (Datastream); Familiarity with the application of econometric packages, such as EViews, MATLAB and Stata. 

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint; proficiency in programming languages such as Python and R would be an advantage; a willingness and ability to learn new tools and programming languages quickly is essential; familiarity with AI tools will be an added advantage. 

• Experience and ability to use a range of visual presentation tools; familiarity with database management tools. 

• Strong motivation and initiative, with a high degree of accountability for the accuracy and quality of data and analysis. 

• Resourcefulness, as well as strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multicultural environment. 

• High proficiency in written and spoken English. 

Applicants should submit the following to complete the job application:

• An updated CV.
• A Cover Letter outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.

The application deadline is 31 October 2026.

If you have any questions, please contact AMRO Recruitment Team at amro.recruitment@amro-asia.org.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email.