Management Consultant - Economic Development

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement planning benefits

Training and industry networks

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a driven Management Consultant to join its Economic Development practice in Mahikeng, North West. You will advise regional governments, development agencies, and private sector entities on strategies to foster sustainable growth, job creation, and investment attraction.

You will conduct economic analysis, develop actionable plans, engage stakeholders, and contribute to policy formulation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in economic development consulting, policy advisory, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of regional economic dynamics, development theories, and policy instruments.
• Proven experience in economic analysis, impact assessment, and strategic planning for development.
• Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse team settings and manage project deliverables.
• Familiarity with government development frameworks and funding mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct economic impact assessments and feasibility studies for development projects.
• Analyze regional economic data, market trends, and investment climates.
• Develop strategies for industrial development, infrastructure investment, and SME support.
• Advise on policy formulation and implementation to enhance the business environment.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, including government officials, business leaders, and community representatives.
• Develop business cases and proposals for development funding and investment attraction.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of economic development initiatives.
• Contribute to research and thought leadership in economic development.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Presentation skills

Education

Master’s degree in Economics/Development Studies/Public Policy

Job description

About the Role Our client, a prominent management consultancy, is seeking a driven Management Consultant to contribute to their Economic Development practice. Based in **Mahikeng, North West**, this role focuses on advising regional governments, development agencies, and private sector entities on strategies to foster sustainable economic growth, job creation, and investment attraction. You will engage in analysis of regional economies, identification of growth opportunities, and development of actionable plans to stimulate development. This is a unique opportunity to shape regional economies and drive meaningful progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct economic impact assessments and feasibility studies for development projects.
• Analyze regional economic data, market trends, and investment climates.
• Develop strategies for industrial development, infrastructure investment, and SME support.
• Advise on policy formulation and implementation to enhance the business environment.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, including government officials, business leaders, and community representatives.
• Develop business cases and proposals for development funding and investment attraction.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of economic development initiatives.
• Contribute to research and thought leadership in economic development.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in economic development consulting, policy advisory, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of regional economic dynamics, development theories, and policy instruments.
• Proven experience in economic analysis, impact assessment, and strategic planning for development.
• Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse team settings and manage project deliverables.
• Familiarity with government development frameworks and funding mechanisms.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, comprehensive medical aid, and retirement planning benefits. We invest in our team's growth through specialized training, access to industry networks, and opportunities to work on impactful regional development projects. The role is based in **Mahikeng, North West**, offering a chance to contribute significantly to local economic upliftment. Join a dedicated team passionate about driving sustainable economic progress.