The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Conduct economic research, publish a series of economic notes and research briefs, and present the findings, adhering to the department’s research process.
• Support research projects, general economic analyses and key departmental products.
• Engage with SARB stakeholders, including participating in both internal and external meetings.
• Contribute to the learning and development of junior specialists.
• Work both independently and within a team or project-based environment.
• Develop and deliver effective presentations on economic research topics to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior executives of the SARB and the public, as required.

Qualifications

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• a master’s degree in economics or an equivalent qualification;
• at least 8 to 12 years’ experience in economic analysis, forecasting, research and/or macroeconomics, microeconomics or financial economics; and
• proficiency in data analysis.Â