Director Macro Economics

**DUE: 15 NOV 2026** POST: Director Macro Economics GRADE: E2 STATION: Harare REPORTS TO: Director General **Job Purpose** ZIMSTAT seeks to engage a highly motivated and results-driven Director for the Macro Economics Division who provides strategic leadership and technical direction in the development, compilation, and dissemination of high-quality, reliable Macroeconomic statistics. The role ensures that critical indicators including GDP, inflation, and balance of payments adhere to national and international standards, serving as the trusted foundation for national policymaking, economic planning, and global reporting. **Key Responsibilities and Duties** 1. Formulate, review, and execute robust data collection and compilation strategies for national economic statistics in line with the National Strategy for Development of Statistics (NSDS) and international frameworks. 2. Provide high-level vision, technical direction, and mentorship to the Macroeconomics Division team, fostering an environment of technical excellence, continuous training, and statistical innovation. 3. Direct the comprehensive compilation, analysis, and timely release of vital macroeconomic data, including Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Consumer Price Indices (CPI), inflation trends, and Balance of Payments (BoP) coordination. 4. Establish and enforce rigorous quality control mechanisms, sound methodologies, and international audit standards to safeguard the accuracy, transparency, and independence of ZIMSTAT data. 5\. Champion strategic partnerships and technical collaboration with internal directorates, government agencies, data providers, and financial institutions to guarantee macroeconomic data coherence. 6. Serve as ZIMSTAT’s authoritative technical focal point at high-level national and international forums, ensuring national metrics match global standards. 7. Deliver evidence-based technical advice and Macroeconomic consultations to policymakers, the ZIMSTAT Board, ministries, and international development agencies to drive informed national economic policy. 8. Provide technical advice and support to policymakers and other stakeholders on macroeconomic statistics. **Qualifications and Experience** a) A first degree in Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics. b) A Master’s Degree in one of the following areas: Economics with a quantitative bias, Mathematics or Statistics c) At least eight (8) years relevant post-qualification experience of which two (2) should have been at managerial level d) Proven track record of developing and Implementing strategies for the production of high-quality macroeconomic statistics e) Knowledge of National Accounts, BOP, Employment and Prices Manuals **Key Competencies and Attributes** a) Advanced, deep-seated understanding of macroeconomic theories and their practical applications within developing economies. b) Comprehensive knowledge of international standards, including the System of National Accounts (SNA), IMF Balance of Payments Manual (BPM6), and Consumer Price Index manuals. c) Mastery of the IMF Data Quality Assessment Framework (DQAF) and United Nations Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics to ensure objective, accurate, and ethical data production. d) Exceptional ability to build collaborative relationships and harmonize data pathways with the Agency Stakeholders. e) Competence to represent ZIMSTAT authoritatively at international and regional forums. f) Ability to translate complex macroeconomic data into accessible, actionable insights for high-level government policymakers. 9) Strong project management skills to ensure the strict, timely release of high-frequency data (like monthly inflation) and quarterly/annual GDP estimates. h) Ability to identify data anomalies, resolve structural statistical discrepancies, and manage large-scale data revisions cleanly. i) Excellent written and verbal communication skills for compiling high-level reports, and supporting statistical methodologies. **TO APPLY** Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, and certified copies of academic and professional qualifications. Applicants must clearly indicate the position being applied for and submit their applications online via the ZIMSTAT website: https://zimstat.co.zw/external-vacancy-director-macro/