Associate Economic Statistician - ESD at South African Reserve Bank

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to collect, process, compile and analyse capital market and non-bank financial institutions’ statistics to provide quality-assured macroeconomic statistics and analysis for decision-making.

Detailed description

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

• Collect, process, compile and analyse statistics related to the capital market and non-bank financial institutions.
• Check the accuracy of data received, which includes validating source data and liaising frequently with data providers.
• Populate, maintain and enhance relevant databases.
• Analyse and reconcile data and statistics using business intelligence tools to identify trends. 
• Compile draft reports describing how data trends have changed over the past period and why these changes have taken place, including graphs and tables.
• Conduct methodological research into specific topics based on ad hoc requests.
• Assist with presentations as required.
• Perform general administrative and ad hoc tasks required by the unit.

QUALIFICATIONS

Job requirements

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

• an Honours degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics and/or a related field; and
• two to five years’ experience in the field of economic analysis, financial economics, statistics or accounting.

Additional requirements include:

• an affinity for statistics;
• insight and knowledge regarding the international manuals; 
• advanced Microsoft Office skills with the ability to use tools (functions and formulas) to organise, analyse and adjust data; 
• being task-oriented, with time management skills to operate in a deadline-driven environment that often requires working under pressure, without compromising on quality;
• the ability to work independently as well as within a team/project environment;
• good report writing skills;
• an affinity for statistics compilation applying computerised systems;
• taking initiative and problem-solving skills;
• good communication and interpersonal skills; and
• ability to pay attention to detail.