Senior Economist: Country Risk

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa IT Ridge Technologies Full time

The purpose of this role is to conduct research on country (political, economic) and industry issues and provide expert analysis to the corporation that enables effective decision making and drives strategy. The incumbent of this role will also be responsible to supervise, coach & mentor junior staff.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES, MEASURES & INTERFACES

  • Conduct debt sustainability analysis on countries and make recommendations to key committees
  • Conduct macroeconomic research and analysis (incl. trends, drivers, risks) leading to the compilation of publications, reports on recent trends, speeches and presentations.
  • Develop methods and procedures for collecting and processing data, utilizing knowledge of available sources of data and various econometric and sampling techniques.
  • Source, compile and analyze statistical information, for use in quantitative as well as graphical analyses.
  • Provide macroeconomic insights to assist in fundamental sector/ industry research.
  • Analysis and feedback on major free trade agreements (impact on countries, sectors, timing, etc.), major legislation and its impact on various sectors (including national development plans
  • Prepare quarterly economic strategy reports. This includes South African and global economic writeups. This must be presented to clients, executives and at strategic Board meetings
  • Lead economic research projects (country and industry) that identify trade and investment opportunities for the benefits of South African exporters and investors. This also includes socioeconomic and/ or regional development. Supervise, edit and oversee quality control issues
  • Prepare and write articles that correctly and positively position the Corporation's brand, products and services across all its target markets. This includes opinion editorials issues of regional development and export credit insurance industry transformational initiatives in various media channels Conduct presentations on various media platforms and participating in various fora (locally & internationally)

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

  • At least 7 years of relevant experience.
  • A Master Degree in Economics//, Econometrics/ Political Science and Development Finance is a requirement.
  • Ability to research and analyze information on countries and key industries
  • Compilation of country and industry reports
  • Advanced Microsoft (Excel /Word/ Power Point) and usage of econometric models.
  • Ability to utilize Bloomberg and other Terminal Services.
  • Demonstration of previous published articles is a requirement.


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