Economic Affairs Jobs in International Development

Browse international development jobs in the Economic Affairs sector. Roles are posted daily from UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, ReliefWeb, and 200+ other sources.

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Economic Affairs Officer

Department of Economic and Social AffairsNEW YORK

P-4Economic, Social and DevelopmentEconomic Affairs
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Economist

Economic and Social Commission for Western AsiaBEIRUT

CONEconomic Affairs
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Economic Affairs Intern

Economic Commission for Latin America and the CaribbeanWASHINGTON

I-1Economic Affairs
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ECONOMIC AFFAIRS OFFICER

Economic Commission for Latin America and the CaribbeanSANTIAGO

P-4Economic, Social and DevelopmentEconomic Affairs
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FAQs — Economic Affairs jobs in international development

What qualifications do I need for Economic Affairs jobs in international development?

Most Economic Affairs positions require a relevant master's degree, 3–7 years of field experience, and strong written English. French or Spanish is often required for francophone Africa or Latin America programmes. Specialised certifications (e.g., WASH engineering, epidemiology) strengthen applications.

Which organisations hire Economic Affairs specialists?

Key employers for Economic Affairs roles include UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, WFP, FAO, the World Bank, bilateral donors (USAID, FCDO, GIZ), and international NGOs listed on ReliefWeb. Dev Procure aggregates all their vacancies in one place.

Are Economic Affairs jobs mostly field-based or HQ-based?

It depends on career stage. Entry to mid-level Economic Affairs roles tend to be field-based in developing countries; senior advisory, policy, and research positions are more commonly based in Geneva, New York, Washington D.C., or London.