Senior Economist: Tertiary Sector at National Treasury

Purpose of the Role

• To monitor, evaluate and provide advice on economic developments across sectors of the economy.

Qualification/s Requirements

• A Grade 12 is required coupled with a minimum National Diploma (NQF 6) in Economics / Econometrics, B. Degree (NQF 7) will be an added advantage;
• An NQF level 7 to 10 will be an added advantage;
• A minimum 4 years’ experience of which 2 years’ should be on an Assistant Director level or equivalent obtained obtained in an economic policy analysis environment;
• Knowledge and experience of applied microeconomics;
• Knowledge and experience of the latest trends on research tools; and
• Knowledge and experience in the dissemination and interpretation of economic policy outcomes.

Key Performance Areas
Analysis of Research Findings: 

• Compile impact reports on sector developments on the broader the economy;
• Research and analyse factors that drive growth for enhancement and engagement with stakeholders;
• Initiate research and provide an in-depth analysis on the socio-economic impact of policy proposals for consultation prior to implementation, thereof;
• Compile draft speaking notes and speeches based on research conducted in developments on current affairs;
• Develop databases of micro-economic and macro- economic indicators to assist in the estimation and projection of future costs and benefits within the sector.

Provision of Policy Advice and Guidance:

• Provide inputs to draft briefing notes and memos on real economy and industrial policy issues for consideration by DG and Minister of Finance;
• Provide inputs into policy discussions and documents for consultation with stakeholders; and
• Provide inputs on real economy policy matters developed in conjunction with other stakeholders, and represent National Treasury on stakeholder fora,
• Analysis, Benchmarking and Research: 
• Perform research and provide assistance with factors influencing growth in the tertiary environment;
• Analyse research results on economic developments and initiating benchmarking exercises in line with international institutional best practices and trends;
• Perform market analysis on the feasibility of the provision of services pertaining to transport, finance and other subsectors; and
• Engage stakeholders which influence the economy.

Project Management Support: 

• Provide inputs to project plans and coordinate projects on the financial feasibility impact of sectors; and
• Develop measures on the safekeeping of information pertaining to expenditure commitments and monitoring trends within the tertiary sectors.

Closing Date: 10 November 2025