Provides the analytical and policy foundation for the government’s macroeconomic management. This function develops the medium-term fiscal framework, economic projections, and policy recommendations that guide budget preparation and national development planning.
Key responsibilities:
- Developing and maintaining the Medium-Term Fiscal Framework (MTFF) and Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF).
- Preparing macroeconomic projections including GDP growth, inflation, fiscal balance, and debt sustainability analysis.
- Advising the Minister of Finance on economic and fiscal policy options.
- Coordinating with the Statistical Institute of Belize, Central Bank of Belize, and international institutions such as the IMF, World Bank, and CDB on economic data and policy matters.
- Supporting the preparation of the Annual Budget through economic analysis and revenue and expenditure forecasting.
- Monitoring global and regional economic developments and assessing their impact on Belize's economy.
- Contributing to the preparation of the Annual Economic Report and other publications.
- Providing policy input into trade agreements, investment treaties, and regional economic integration initiatives within CARICOM.
