Data-Driven Research Assistant – Economic Analytics (Pretoria)

United Nations University; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 267,000 - 361,000; Full time

Job summary

UNU-WIDER in Pretoria, South Africa invites applications for a Research Assistant to help build and expand the tax administrative and other microdata at the NT-SDF. You will work with the NT-SDF data developer to update datasets and ensure data quality.

The role requires a Masters in Economics or Econometrics (or near completion), strong STATA skills, and knowledge of SQL/R/Python/ArcGIS. Fluency in English and SA work eligibility are essential.

Qualifications

• Masters in Economics or Econometrics. Candidates who are close to completing their Masters will also be considered.
• Excellent skills in STATA (loops, globals, directories and writing STATA programs).
• Knowledge of SQL, R, Python and ArcGIS is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical and drafting skills.
• Fluent in oral and written English.
• South African nationality, or the necessary residence and work permit for South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Update the various datasets held at the NT-SDF on a rolling basis.
• Continually improve and expand the datasets.
• Perform quality assurance checks and analyse trends in the data.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing and revising documentation related to the data.
• Provide research assistance through data analysis, literature reviews, drafting documents.
• Assist researchers with data related queries and review their data output to ensure data confidentiality.
• Assist with day-to-day operations of running the National Treasury - Secure Data Facility.
• Other duties as requested by the supervisor related to the research and administrative work.

Skills

Fluent English

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Education

Masters in Economics or Econometrics

Tools

STATA

SQL

R

Python

ArcGIS

Job description

UNU-WIDER in Pretoria, South Africa invites applications for a Research Assistant to help build and expand the tax administrative and other microdata at the NT-SDF. You will work with the NT-SDF data developer to update datasets and ensure data quality.

The role requires a Masters in Economics or Econometrics (or near completion), strong STATA skills, and knowledge of SQL/R/Python/ArcGIS. Fluency in English and SA work eligibility are essential.