Agricultural Economist

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Industry conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an analytical Agricultural Economist to join our Kimberley team. The role focuses on analyzing economic trends, market dynamics, and policy impacts within the agricultural sector, delivering data-driven insights to support farming operations and industry stakeholders.

You will conduct research, develop econometric models, forecast financial outcomes for projects, and provide strategic recommendations on market access and investment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Agricultural Economics or related quantitative field.
• Minimum 6 years of agricultural economics research/analysis experience.
• Proficiency with statistical software (R, Stata, SPSS) and econometrics.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural markets, policy, and international trade.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and report-writing skills.
• Experience with economic modeling and forecasting for Kimberley context.

Responsibilities

• Analyze agricultural market trends, commodity prices, and supply chain dynamics.
• Conduct economic research on production, consumption, and trade.
• Develop financial models and forecasts for agricultural businesses and projects.
• Assess the economic impact of agricultural policies and programs.
• Provide economic advisory services on market entry, risk management, and investment strategies.
• Prepare detailed economic reports, presentations, and policy briefs.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Econometrics

Policy analysis

Education

Master's degree in Agricultural Economics

PhD in Agricultural Economics or Economics

Tools

R

Stata

SPSS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an analytical and insightful Agricultural Economist to join their team in Kimberley . This role focuses on analyzing economic trends, market dynamics, and policy impacts within the agricultural sector, providing critical data and insights to support strategic decision-making for farming operations and industry stakeholders. You will conduct research, develop economic models, and offer recommendations on market access, financial planning, and investment opportunities. The ideal candidate possesses a strong quantitative background and a deep understanding of the economic forces shaping agriculture in the Northern Cape and South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze agricultural market trends, commodity prices, and supply chain dynamics.
• Conduct economic research on agricultural production, consumption, and trade.
• Develop financial models and forecasts for agricultural businesses and projects.
• Assess the economic impact of agricultural policies and programs.
• Provide economic advisory services on market entry, risk management, and investment strategies.
• Prepare detailed economic reports, presentations, and policy briefs.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in agricultural economics research or analysis.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g., R, Stata, SPSS) and econometrics.
• Strong understanding of agricultural markets, policy, and international trade.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and report-writing skills.
• Experience with economic modeling and forecasting techniques relevant to the Kimberley agricultural context.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• Exposure to diverse agricultural sectors within the Northern Cape .
• Work with a team of experts providing strategic economic insights.
• A role focused on driving economic growth and sustainability in agriculture.