Economics jobs in South Africa

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Oxford Economics Africa

The company is a majority-owned subsidiary of Oxford Economics that specialises in political and macroeconomic research in Africa.

About the role

As a Political Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in conducting in-depth political risk analysis for 10 countries in Africa. Your work will involve extensive research on various factors impacting the political and policy environments of these countries. Your findings will be used to provide valuable insights and analysis, which will be communicated to our clients through subscription products. This role is ideal for individuals with a keen interest in history, current affairs, and a strong analytical ability to present findings clearly and comprehensively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive research on factors affecting the political and policy environments of 10 African countries.
• Monitor and scan the media for developments related to political risk and policy changes in these countries.
• Produce three to four short analyses per week on significant developments.
• Write one longer, three-page report for each covered country on a quarterly basis.
• Continuously update scenarios and provide insights for these reports.
• Compile written content into summaries for use in various Oxford Economics products.
• Be available for discussions and communication with clients and the media regarding your insights and analysis.

Requirements:

• Ideally 2-4 years of experience in professional writing and analysis on African politics
• A Bachelor's degree (Honours) in Economics, Political Science, International Relations, or a related field. A Master's degree in Economics or Political Science is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with the ability to work with large datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• A passion for history and current affairs.
• Professional fluency in French or Portuguese is a plus.

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