Economist: Provincial Government Budget Office, Ref No. PT 11/2022 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a competent individual to research, analyse and advise on the management of provincial fiscal resources.This post is based in Cape Town.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (B-Degree or higher) in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, Public Administration or Econometrics;
• 3 years’ management level experience in economic,policy research and/or budgeting and policy analysis.
• A valid driving license (Code B or higher).

Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply.

Recommendation    

• A post graduate qualification in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Public Policy, Public Administration or Econometrics; Experience in public sector planning, financial management, budget analysis;
• Keen interest in working in an applied economic policy environment.

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide inputs into the Budget overview and Medium Term Budget policy statement;
• Conduct inter-sectoral research and analysis to make recommendations for budget policy and allocations;
• Conduct research in Economics; Monitor and assess provincial budget preparation and quarterly performance and annual reports;
• Provide support to provincial departments on budget planning and performance related matters.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of public sector strategic planning and budgeting; Policy;
• Research, writing and reporting skills;
• Strategic thinking and analytical ability;
• Computer literacy; Communication (written and verbal) skills.

Remuneration    

• All-inclusive salary package of R 744 255 per annum (Salary Level 11).

Closing Date: 20th, June 2022