Economist

Oxford Economics Africa is a majority-owned subsidiary of Oxford Economics (OE) that specialises in political and macroeconomic research in Africa. Our office is based in Paarl and you will be required to work from the Paarl office on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. The role: Performing macroeconomic analysis and forecasting for a selection of countries in Africa.

This involves researching the political, policy and economic factors shaping each country’s outlook; assessing their implications for key economic drivers; and presenting our analysis and forecasts clearly in OE’s subscription products. The role also requires proficiency in the OE Global Economic Model, which underpins our macroeconomic projections and scenarios.

You must have a strong grasp of economic theory and a keen interest in current affairs, particularly developments across Africa and globally. You must be able to communicate detailed analysis and conclusions clearly, both verbally and in writing. The successful candidate must also be confident working with large datasets and highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.

A high standard of written English is a key requirement. The position requires, at a minimum, a Master’s degree in Economics or Econometrics.. 1–2 years of relevant industry experience is required.