Researchers at Financial and Fiscal Commission

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree or equivalent - in Economics, Commerce, Econometrics, Statistics, Business Administration with a research focus and Public Administration.
• Three years’ work experience in Economic Research with proven track record of written research and / or publication.

EXPERIENCE

• Proven knowledge of Quantitative Analysis.
• Public Finance and Policy Environment exposure.
• Well-developed applied research skills and data management capabilities.
• Exposure to / knowledge of the Constitution and the Intergovernmental Fiscal relations systems.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills to develop research design and approach.
• Experience in research project solo and in teams from start to finish with solid foundation of document controls and management.
• Understanding of the Medium-term Budgeting Framework, budgeting cycle and planning
• Programme evaluation and impact assessment methodologies.
• Ability to present research findings to diverse audiences.
• Experience in writing research reports and publications.
• Knowledge of current economic issues and trends.

PERFORMANCE AREAS

Annual Submission for Division Of Revenue with Recommendations

• Conduct evidence-based research in specific areas related to the approved Research Plan.
• Formulate draft recommendations relating to financing and the DOR within the approved Plan.
• Prepare chapters as directed for the annual DOR Submission.

Conduct Policy Research using empirical evidence and data

• Conduct Policy analysis on fiscal and economic issues related to public finance and development outcomes.
• Ensure the processing, maintenance and update of quantitative and qualitative economic, financial and statistical databases to substantiate research outputs and outcomes.

Budget Analysis

• Conduct analysis of the Budget with regard to Research Portfolio areas with data.
• Maintain the data models for future budget analysis and time series analysis
• Produce Reports regarding budget analysis substantiated by budget data analysis.

Data And Record Management

• Ensure that all data and records are maintained and archived according to FFC internal processes.