About the Role
The Department of Economic Development and Tourism is seeking a skilled Analyst: Economic Modelling and Research to join their team at the Head Office in Pretoria. This vital role plays a significant part in shaping economic policies that affect the lives of South Africans. By conducting in-depth data analysis and providing research support, you will contribute directly to initiatives aimed at fostering sustainable economic growth and addressing pressing energy challenges. Your work will not only support the government in making informed decisions but also help to improve the socio-economic landscape of communities across the nation.
In this position, you will be at the forefront of research that informs important strategies, such as the Just Energy Transition. This means your insights could influence how South Africa approaches renewable energy and economic sustainability, ultimately impacting the quality of life for many citizens. Your contributions will be essential in providing stakeholders with accurate and actionable data, enhancing the public service’s ability to implement effective policies.
About the Department
The Department of Economic Development and Tourism is dedicated to promoting sustainable economic growth and job creation in South Africa. Its mission encompasses fostering an inclusive economy that benefits all citizens, with a strong focus on energy transition and infrastructure development. Working here means being part of a team that values innovation and collaboration, striving to create a better future for South Africa through informed economic strategies and policies.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct comprehensive data collection and analysis to support economic and policy research.
- Provide assistance in economic and energy modelling, focusing on sustainable practices.
- Support socio-economic impact assessments for various initiatives.
- Prepare detailed reports, briefs, presentations, and data visualisations for stakeholders.
- Engage with projects, monitoring implementation progress for strategies like the Just Energy Transition.
What You’ll Need
- A Degree in Economics, Energy Studies, Public Policy, or Statistics at NQF level 7, recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). An honours degree or postgraduate diploma in a related field is an advantage.
- 2-3 years of work or internship experience in economic or policy research, preferably in energy, infrastructure, or development sectors.
- Strong knowledge of macro and microeconomics, economic policy, and public finance.
- Understanding of energy policy and planning, including renewables and carbon pricing.
- Familiarity with socio-economic development, research methods, and the South African policy context (NDP, IRP, JET Framework, Eskom restructuring).
- Proficiency in data analysis and visualisation tools, statistical programming (e.g., EViews or Stata), and basic modelling support.
- Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement and multidisciplinary teamwork, along with strong project and time management abilities.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
A Degree in Economics, Energy Studies, Public Policy, Statistics at NQF level 7 recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).Added advantage to those with honours degree or postgraduate diploma in a relevant discipline.
PLUS 2-3 years’ work/internship of experience in economic or policy research (preferably in energy, infrastructure, or development sectors).
Knowledge of: Economics (macro and micro), including economic policy, growth, inequality and public finance.
Energy policy and planning basics, including energy transition, renewables and carbon pricing.
Socio-economic development, research methods and the South African policy/economic context (NDP, IRP, JET Framework, Eskom restructuring).
Statistical/modelling tools and relevant data sources, including Stats SA, IEA, IMF, World Bank and government database.
Skills: Data analysis and visualisation (Excel or similar tools), Statistical programming (e.
g.
EViews or Stata), basic modelling support (e.
g.
CGE/input-output models).
Structural literature reviews, draft policy briefs, technical reports and presentations, translating complex results into clear summaries and visuals.
Communication, stakeholder engagement and multidisciplinary teamwork.
Project/time management, documentation and research audit trails.
Thinking Demand: Analytical, conceptual and critical thinking.
Quantitative reasoning and reasoning and attentive to details.
Problem-solving, including addressing data gaps, modelling inconsistencies and stakeholder information needs.
Job Duties
Conduct data collection and analysis.Provide economic and policy research support.
Provide support in economic and energy modelling.
Provide support with socio-economic impact assessment.
Prepare reports, brief, presentations and data visualisations.
Provide stakeholder and projects support, including monitoring implementation progress for strategies such as the Just Energy Transition.
