Job Description

Synopsis

The ISA Centre of Excellence (CoE) objective is to ensure that Infrastructure South Africa becomes the leading and "go-to" authority on Infrastructure Research, Information, Long-term Planning and Guidance in South Africa and Africa. The Senior Econometrician will play a leading role in conducting econometrical analysis to ensure this mandate of the ISA CoE is achieved.

Objectives

Collecting, compiling, and analysing economic datasets. Performing data quality and validation checks. Compiling, manipulating, and analysing economic data. Developing econometric models for several relevant economic variables and market metrics, infrastructure related. Identifying and analysing key economic indicators. Preparing economic reports, charts, and slides. Maintaining and updating a repository of all the data. Providing technical input regarding the development of analytical models and unit-based decision support systems.

Qualification and Experience

Basic Requirements for the role

Formal Qualification/Degree



Degree (NQF Level 7) or Postgraduate (NQF Level 8) qualification in Econometrics, Economics or similar.



A Masters degree (MCom/MBA) will be an added advantage.

Work Experience

Minimum 5 to 8 years relevant working experience in the following areas: Knowledge and understanding of applications of Eviews, Input/Output, SAM, CGE and other Econometrics platforms. Knowledge and understanding of monitoring of economic activities and formulating economic outlook for the organisation using econometric modelling techniques. Strong knowledge and understanding of databases on statistical and mathematical analysis of economic relationships. Knowledge and understanding of economic markets and economic forecasting. Experience, Knowledge and understanding of macroeconomic modelling, correlation analysis and cost benefit assessments. Experience, Knowledge and understanding of conducting EX Post Evaluation of projects. Knowledge and experience in conducting econometric research for infrastructure projects. Managerial experience in leading teams/projects.

Roles and Responsibilities

Job Related Knowledge

Public Finance Management Act and regulations (Act 1 of 1999). Infrastructure Development Act (Act 23 of 2014). Economic principles and indicators. Public administration principles.

Job-Related Skills

Strong Planning, Coordination and Managerial Skills Strong Economic Analysis Capabilities Strong Research Skills Strong Econometrics Skills Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills Understanding of Infrastructure Sectors

Behavioural Competency

Adapting and Responding to Change Deciding and Initiating Action Skills Relating and Networking Skills Negotiating and Influencing Teams Presentation Skills Excellent Communications Skills

Technical Competency

Strong technical capabilities, including the ability to gather, coordinate, analyse, and disseminate large quantities of data with precision and care Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings Advanced macroeconomic analysis Quantitative and qualitative analysis Prioritisation Skills Report Writing Skills Project Management Skills Strong Analytical Skills


Job Reference: IDC00523