On-site Agricultural Economist: Market Forecasts & Policy Insights

Placements24; Sandton; Vor Ort; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development support

Competitive salary package

Dynamic work environment

Performance reviews and feedback

Generous annual leave

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Agricultural Economist for an on-site role in Sandton, Gauteng. The role focuses on market analysis, price forecasting, and strategic economic planning within the agricultural sector.

You will conduct research on market trends, policy impacts, and global trade, delivering insights to farmers, agribusinesses, and government agencies to support strategic decisions.

Qualifikationen

• Master's or PhD in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Finance, or related field with a strong quantitative focus.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in economic analysis, market research, or forecasting in agriculture.
• Proven expertise in econometrics, statistical modelling, and quantitative analysis.
• Strong understanding of agricultural markets, value chains, and international trade.
• Excellent communication, report-writing, and client-facing skills.

Aufgaben

• Conduct market research and analysis of agricultural commodities, price trends and trade flows.
• Develop and maintain econometric models for price forecasts and market outlooks.
• Analyze impact of government policies, regulations, subsidies on agricultural markets.
• Evaluate investment opportunities and risks within the agricultural sector for clients.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and economic briefs for clients and internal use.
• Stay abreast of global agricultural economic trends and geopolitical influences.
• Provide economic expertise and strategic advice on market positioning and risk management.
• Collaborate with other consultants and subject matter experts.
• Contribute to new analytical methodologies and forecasting tools.
• Present findings at industry conferences and client meetings.

Kenntnisse

Econometric modelling

Quantitative analysis

Market research

Policy analysis

Client advisory

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Agricultural Economics

Tools

Stata

EViews

R

SAS

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Agricultural Economist for an on-site role in Sandton, Gauteng. The role focuses on market analysis, price forecasting, and strategic economic planning within the agricultural sector.

You will conduct research on market trends, policy impacts, and global trade, delivering insights to farmers, agribusinesses, and government agencies to support strategic decisions.