The National Treasury of South Africa is hiring an Economist who would focus on Africa Economic Integration
Assist South Africa in collaborating with SACU/SADC, etc., and enhance and improve bilateral relations.
The National Treasury of South Africa is hiring an Economist who would focus on Africa Economic Integration
- Salary: R527,298.00 – R617,622.00 per annum (Excl. benefits)
- Reference No: S073/2022
Qualification/s Requirements
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It is required that candidates possess a Grade 12 certificate along with either a National Diploma (equivalent to an NQF Level 6) or a Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to an NQF Level 7) in one of the following subjects: Economics or Political Science;
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Three years’ experience in a development institution, policy area, or financial setting;
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A thorough understanding of policy analysis and the formulation of drafting notes and cabinet memos;
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Research and benchmarking knowledge.
Key Performance Areas
Policy Analysis:
Prepare position papers on South Africa and the projected future of institutions such as SACU/SADC, among others. Provide inputs to cabinet memorandums and coordinate the inter-ministerial committee process as well as assistance in the formulation of regional integration agendas. Assist with the monitoring and development of profiles for member countries’ economies; Assist with the development of bilateral policy positions for member countries regarding finance and development.
Regional Integration:
Provide input to policy on cooperation with regional and global multilateral institutions to enhance the development of member countries; Assist in evaluating the costs associated with existing institutional arrangements and evaluating the benefits of participation; Assist with the establishment of a Secretariat to manage cooperation between the Ministries of Finance of member countries;
Coordinate payments of funds due to member countries, either through the revenue sharing formula or bilaterally.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Co-ordinate task teams from member countries for capacity building sessions; Assist with the coordination of dialogue between the Minister of Finance and counterparts from member countries; Distribute the Secretariat’s outputs for member consumption.
SACU/ SADC Cooperation:
Assist in negotiations within and bilaterally with member countries; Coordinate and update internal publications.
Closing Date:22 May 2023
