Junior Economist (ERB) at The Competition Commission

Description

The Competition Commission is seeking to recruit dynamic, hard-working and committed individuals to for the Junior Economist in the Economic Research Bureau Division. The applicant should be organised, thorough and enjoy challenging situations. Attention to detail, ensuring quality and standards are met and keeping errors to a minimum are important factors in this position. Researching and gathering facts are an important part of the job.  The successful individuals will participate in economic research in line with the Commission’s mandate to address anti-competitive conduct and evaluate mergers. 

Duties and Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the rigorous economic analysis of competition cases.
• Contribute to the provision of the theoretical and intellectual platform for the effective implementation of the Competition Act.
• Advise other divisions with regard to economic underpinnings of competition issues.

Requirements

We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking, committed individual who is in possession of: 

• Applicants MUST have a Master’s Degree in Economics.
• Training and experience in Microeconomics, Econometrics, Industrial Organization and/or International Trade is considered to be advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills are essential.
• Minimum of 1 - 2 years’ work experience in a rigorous economic analysis environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of the purpose and objectives of the Competition Act, the Competition Commission and the South African economy is highly recommended.

The candidate must have the following attributes: 

• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• An energetic, committed individual with strong attention to detail.
• Interpersonal and leadership skills. 

Personality and Attributes

Over and above well-developed technical skills in your specialisation areas, the incumbent must demonstrate, inter alia:

• Fit with the Commissions Values (Communication, Ownership, Making a difference, Professionalism, Employee Welfare, Teamwork, Efficiency.
• Be a Visionary. A strategic thinker.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• An energetic, committed individual with strong attention to detail.
• Interpersonal and leadership skills.