2026 Opportunity:Economist (Consultant) at IDinsight | Hybrid Opportunity in Manila
IDinsight is inviting applications for an Economist (Consultant) position based in Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines. This is a hybrid consultancy opportunity for an experienced economist with strong skills in applied microeconomics, causal inference, econometrics, and quantitative research.
The consultant will provide specialist economic and research expertise across client engagements covering different sectors, countries, and research methods. The role is particularly suited to professionals who have experience designing evaluations, analysing data, advising on research methods, and translating complex technical findings into practical recommendations.
About the Economist Consultant Role
The Economist Consultant will support research and evaluation projects by helping teams make strong methodological decisions within real-world constraints such as limited budgets, timelines, operational challenges, and client requirements.
The role requires strong analytical judgment and the ability to understand unfamiliar programmes quickly. The successful candidate will need to understand a programme’s theory of change, identify the client’s decision-making needs, and provide clear guidance on appropriate research and evaluation approaches.
Consultants may work across different sectors and geographical areas depending on project requirements and their areas of expertise.
Key Responsibilities
The Economist Consultant will contribute to a range of research and advisory activities.
Research Design and Analysis
The consultant will design and advise on impact evaluations, descriptive and diagnostic studies, process evaluations, monitoring systems, programme design, monitoring and evaluation advisory work, and scale-up analysis.
A major focus will be on identification strategies, estimation methods, and interpretation of research findings. The consultant will need to ensure that research approaches are rigorous while remaining practical for clients and project teams.
Technical Review and Quality Assurance
The role will also involve reviewing and preparing technical research materials. These may include evaluation designs, pre-analysis plans, power and sample size calculations, data collection instruments, analysis code, and technical reports.
The consultant may also provide solutions to technical questions that arise during project implementation.
Technical Training and Mentoring
Depending on the assignment, the consultant may prepare and deliver training on areas such as causal inference, statistical inference, Stata, or R programming.
The consultant may also provide technical mentoring to project staff and support teams in strengthening their quantitative research skills.
Scoping and Advisory Support
The Economist Consultant may advise on prospective projects, including the technical feasibility and design of new engagements. This work will help ensure that research approaches are aligned with client needs and practical decision-making requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should have an advanced degree in economics, econometrics, applied statistics, or a closely related quantitative field. A PhD is preferred, although candidates with a Master’s degree and a strong record of comparable applied research may also be considered.
Candidates should have demonstrated expertise in causal inference and applied microeconomics, including experimental and quasi-experimental identification strategies, power analysis, and interpretation of null or imprecise results.
At least five years of relevant post-graduate experience in evaluations or quantitative research in low- and middle-income country contexts is required.
Applicants should also be proficient in Stata or R, with the ability to write, review, and debug reproducible analysis code.
Strong written communication skills are important because the consultant will produce technical documents such as evaluation designs, pre-analysis plans, and technical memos. The ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical decision-makers is also required.
Preferred Skills
Experience in sectors such as health, education, agriculture, social protection, governance, or environment will be an advantage.
Knowledge of regions where IDinsight operates, experience working with government or foundation partners, and additional technical skills in Python, SQL, geospatial analysis, or SurveyCTO are also desirable.
Applicants with peer-reviewed or policy publications based on applied field research may also be considered favourably.
Contract and Working Arrangement
This is an hourly consultancy engagement based in Makati, Metro Manila, with a hybrid working arrangement.
The anticipated workload is approximately 20 hours per month, although the amount of work may change according to project cycles. Work will be assigned and approved in advance and consultants will invoice monthly.
Rates will depend on the consultant’s qualifications and experience and will be confirmed during the selection process.
This is a contractor position and does not include employee benefits.
Who Can Apply?
The opportunity is intended for experienced economists and quantitative researchers who can work independently and deliver high-quality research outputs with limited day-to-day supervision.
Local applicants and foreign candidates who already have the required work authorization may apply.
How to Apply
Applicants should use the Apply for this job online option provided on the vacancy page.
Candidates should submit a one- to two-page CV highlighting relevant professional experience, academic qualifications, research expertise, and technical skills.
Applicants do not need to include headshots, parental information, date of birth, marital status, or other personal information that is not relevant to the application.
Position: Economist (Consultant)
Location: Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Employment Type: Consultant
Workload: Approximately 20 hours per month
Experience Level: Experienced
Field: Economics, Econometrics, Research and Evaluation
Conclusion
The Economist Consultant opportunity offers experienced quantitative researchers the opportunity to contribute to evaluations and evidence-based decision-making across different sectors and countries. The role combines applied economics, causal inference, research design, data analysis, technical quality assurance, and advisory work.
Professionals with advanced training in economics or a related quantitative field, at least five years of relevant experience, and strong Stata or R skills can consider applying for this consultancy opportunity in Manila.
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