parliament.gov.za Economic Analyst : Parliamentary Budget Office

Company Name : Parliamentary Budget Office
Job Title : Economic Analyst
Department : Budget
Closing Date: 25 November 2016
Ref.No : LC/4937/2016
Job type : 5 Year Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration Level : R 1020 197 p.a.

Website : http://www.parliament.gov.za/live/content.php?Item_ID=9851

Economic Analyst :

** The successful candidate will be responsible for providing advice based on the Parliamentary budgeting process drawing on the application of economic theory and knowledge.

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Key Performance Areas Include :
** Sound Research and reporting skills
** Economic and Budget Analysis
** Fiscal Advice
** Annual Work plans
** Communication and information dissemination.

Minimum Requirements :
** Grade 12 or NQF 4
** Relevant Honours Degree in Development Economics, Economics or Business economics
** 5 years relevant experience in Economic analysis.

Skills Requirements :
** Thorough knowledge of the Money Bills Amendment Procedure and Related Matters Act
** Advanced writing, analytical and quantitative and presentation skills
** Ability to work independently and methodically
** In-depth knowledge and expertise in economics budget analysis
** Ability to communicate at all levels

** Knowledge and understanding of prevailing socio-political issues in South Africa
** Knowledge and understanding of sensitivities within the political environment
** Knowledge of legislative framework
** Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
** In-depth knowledge of the Finance Management of Parliament Act (FMPA)
** Understanding of Government policy in relation to finance.

Closing Date : 25 November 2016 at 16:30.
** Remuneration comprises a cost-to-company package, which incorporates all the large-company benefits.
** The Parliamentary Services Administration promotes and applies the principles of affirmative action and equal opportunity.

** Successful candidates will be expected to sign a performance agreement.
** Forward your covering letter and CV containing full personal and career details, certified copies of qualifications, ID and 3 contactable referees to Manager- Staffing and Talent Management, via e-mail to: recruitmentostp AT parliament.gov.za

Please Note :
** The subject line of your email must clearly indicate the reference number and the name of the position. Candidates who do not submit the supporting documentation, as requested, will not be considered for this position.

** Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a positive security clearance by the South African Police Services and /or State Security Agency (SSA), citizenship and qualification checks and competency-based assessments. Parliament reserves the right not to make an appointment.

** If you do not receive any response within two months of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Regret correspondence will only be with the interviewed candidates.

** Parliament reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you do not receive any response within two months of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
** Regret correspondence will only be with the interviewed candidates.