Sep 23, U.S. Embassy and Consulates in South Africa Economic Specialist Jobs

Duties

The Economic Specialist provides research and analytical support on macroeconomics, finance, trade and investment issues. S/he is responsible for developing and maintaining high-level contacts across the spectrum of South African government economic policy makers, business leaders, and private economists.

The incumbent is responsible for producing annual, monthly, and spot economic reports. The incumbent supports VIP and USG official visits, coordinating logistics and meeting schedules. The incumbent also serves as back-up to other economic specialists supporting the section.

Trade and Investment Officer is the direct supervisor with additional oversight provided by the Deputy Economic Counselor and Economic Minister Counselor as needed. Annual assessments based on work requirements set out in HR documents will be the primary means of assessing the incumbent, supported by regular team meetings and feedback sessions throughout the rating period.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Experience:

Minimum of five years of experience post-graduation in economic policy analysis, economic forecasting or in economic-related work in the private sector, at a non-profit or public service is required.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or host country equivalent in economics, statistics, political economy, or business is required.

Evaluations:

Language:

Fluent in speaking/reading/writing in English. This may be tested.

Skills and Abilities:

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to solve problems and manage highly complex tasks and multiple assignments with minimal supervision.

The position is an occasional money holder.

Must be able to operate independently and manage issues in the absence of the trade and investment officer.

Analyzing economic figures, charts, and graphs.

Ability to prepare narrative and visual reports on economic trends and forecasts.

Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Power Point is required.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; U.S. Embassy and Consulates in South Africa Economic Specialist Jobs

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