Agricultural Economist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Flexible/remote work options

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Agricultural Economist to join our team in Bloemfontein with a hybrid work arrangement. The role focuses on economic analysis, market intelligence, and financial planning to guide decision-making for agricultural businesses and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in agricultural markets, quantitative methods, and the ability to translate data into actionable business insights that support sustainable growth in the sector.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in economic analysis, preferably within the agricultural sector.
• Strong quantitative skills, including econometrics, statistical analysis, and financial modeling.
• Proficiency in statistical software packages (e.g., Stata, R, SPSS) and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of South African agricultural economy and policy landscape.

Responsibilities

• Conduct economic analysis of agricultural markets, including supply, demand, pricing, and trade dynamics.
• Develop financial models and forecasts to assess profitability and feasibility of projects and investments.
• Provide economic consulting services to farmers, cooperatives, and agricultural organizations on planning and risk management.
• Analyze government policies, trade agreements, and their impact on the agricultural sector.
• Prepare detailed economic reports, presentations, and policy briefs for stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of agricultural development programs and initiatives.

Skills

Econometrics

Statistical analysis

Economic analysis

Quantitative analysis

Financial modeling

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics/Economics/Finance

Tools

Stata

R

SPSS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and insightful Agricultural Economist to join their team, offering a hybrid work arrangement with base in Bloemfontein . This role is essential for providing economic analysis, market intelligence, and financial planning support to agricultural businesses and stakeholders. You will evaluate market trends, assess the economic viability of various farming enterprises, and develop financial models to guide strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of agricultural markets, economic principles, and quantitative analysis, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations. This position offers a significant opportunity to influence the economic health and sustainability of the agricultural sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct economic analysis of agricultural markets, including supply, demand, pricing, and trade dynamics.
• Develop financial models and forecasts to assess the profitability and economic feasibility of agricultural projects and investments.
• Provide economic consulting services to farmers, cooperatives, and agricultural organizations on business planning and risk management.
• Analyze government policies, trade agreements, and their impact on the agricultural sector.
• Prepare detailed economic reports, presentations, and policy briefs for various stakeholders.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of agricultural development programs and initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in economic analysis, preferably within the agricultural sector.
• Strong quantitative skills, including econometrics, statistical analysis, and financial modeling.
• Proficiency in statistical software packages (e.g., Stata, R, SPSS) and data analysis tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex economic information clearly.
• Knowledge of South African agricultural economy and policy landscape.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Flexible working arrangement with opportunities for remote work.
• Support for professional development, including workshops and conferences.
• Collaborative work environment focused on economic research and agricultural development.