Economic and Finance Analyst with Fluency in Spanish ... - Castalia

19 August 2013
Economic and Finance Analyst with Fluency in Spanish
Position: 13008
Location: Washington, DC
Closing date: Until filled
Do you want to apply cutting-edge economics, finance, and policy skills to the big problems
that the developing world is facing? Can you marshal evidence and logic to answer questions
like:
• How can developing countries use public-private partnerships to rebuild their
infrastructure?
• How can developing countries improve the quality of their water and wastewater
services?
• How can developing countries provide reliable electricity service to all of their
citizens at affordable prices?
Can you communicate the answers to these questions in clear, compelling language? Do you
like to work hard, pushing yourself to achieve excellence? Do you have great grades, a
relevant degree, integrity, confidence, and a passion for teamwork?
If so, Castalia wants you as an Analyst in our Washington DC Office. Working with
colleagues in our Bogotá, New York, Paris, Sydney, and Wellington offices, you can be part
of a high-performing, multi-disciplinary group that solves important problems.
About the Firm
Castalia is an international consulting firm that helps businesses, governments, and financial
institutions solve problems of vital public interest in the energy sector, the water sector, and
the telecommunications sector. Castalia is a specialized and rapidly growing consulting firm.
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About the Position
The Economic and Finance Analyst position is a permanent position in our Washington DC
office. You will work on teams to carry out projects in the energy and water sector that
include:
• Drafting laws and sector policies
• Developing turnaround plans for utilities
• Providing expert testimony in international litigation proceedings
• Developing investment plans and innovative financing mechanisms
• Carrying out sectorial and organizational restructuring
• Identifying opportunities for investment
• Developing regulatory frameworks and tariff applications
• Designing and implementing PPP transactions
You will have ample opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and
interaction with clients. Your tasks will include:
• Conducting economic and financial analysis
• Consulting with industry stakeholders (such as government representatives, staff
of utilities and regulatory entities, international finance institutions, and private
developers)
• Collecting data and doing research
• Preparing reports and presentations
• Assisting with business development (by preparing expressions of interests and
proposals).
Required Skills and Qualifications for this Position
We will only consider candidates with the following skills or qualifications:
• A degree in economics, finance, or a related field
• A GPA of 3.5 or higher, or an average GPA that is 80% of the highest grade
• A good understanding of finance (which includes financial statement analysis and
project finance)
• A good understanding of economics (in particular, microeconomics and
econometrics)
• Strong quantitative skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Fluency in Spanish
• Work authorization for the US
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Desirable Skills and Qualifications
Ideally, you would have:
• Experience in consulting or working for a financial institution
• Knowledge of or experience working in infrastructure (in particular, in the energy
sector or water sector)
• Experience working in Latin America and the Caribbean
• A graduate degree
• Ability to develop financial models
Desirable Characteristics
We are looking for someone who is:
• Professional (demonstrates integrity, takes ownership of the work being
undertaken, exercises sound judgment, and interacts well with clients and
teammates)
• Analytical and creative (able to use meaningful insight to develop innovative
solutions)
• Reliable (able to deliver agreed outputs on time and to required standard)
• Autonomous (takes initiative while working with limited supervision, yet seeking
and respecting guidance to ensure quality and manage risk)
• Self-motivated (able to take initiative to teach oneself needed skills)
• Precise (pays attention to detail while still understanding how details fit in the big
picture)
• Willing to travel internationally
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How to Apply for this Position
To apply, you must send all of the following documents to dcrecruitment@castaliaadvisors.com:
• A one page cover letter stating why you want to work at Castalia, and why you
think you would be a valuable addition to our team
• Resume in the Castalia format. A sample of this format can be found at
http://www.castalia-advisors.com/applications.php
• Undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) academic transcript(s) and a list of
other indicators of academic excellence, such as the percentile of your class that
you graduated in and honors for academic distinction. Unofficial transcripts can
be submitted
• A 2-3 page writing sample in English
• A 2-3 page written sample in Spanish
• Your visa status in the US
Please put “13008 - Economic and Finance Analyst: Name” as subject of the email when
applying. For example, “13008 - Economic and Finance Analyst: Jane Smith”
We emphasize professionalism and excellence in both the presentation and content of our
work. All of the documents listed above must be included and formatted correctly for your
application to be considered.
Interested candidates can learn more at http://www.castalia-advisors.com
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