Key Responsibility Areas:
Provides support/ assistance to the Senior Manager on defined aspects towards the development of economic development related policies and strategies and the effectiveness and synergy between current policies and intent & practices.
Assists in assessing feasibility and pilot test cases aimed at implementing research and with scheduling and conducting policy audits to verify department compliance with policy requirements.
Develops research reports describing the research process, findings and recommendations and develop presentations and other reports or formats in order for the research to be communicated.
Produce research papers, articles, knowledge and intelligence to inform economic stakeholders.
Co-ordinates written submissions for input into local, provincial and national policy and strategy development processes as identified by the Senior Manager.
Assists in undertaking feasibility studies and conceptual design to inform project and programme formulation.
Co-ordinates specific administrative and activity related reporting and recordkeeping requirements.
Essential Requirements:
Postgraduate Degree (NQF Level 8) or equivalent in Economics or Development Economics or related and equivalent qualification.
Valid motor vehicle driving license.
3 years relevant experience.
Computer Literacy.
Preferred Requirements:
Postgraduate Degree (NQF Level 8) in Economics or Development Economics or related and equivalent qualification.
4 years relevant experience