Analyst: Economic Modelling And Research

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**Overview** This is an explanation of the Analyst: Economic Modelling And Research position, Ref No: DEE2026/024, at the Department Of Electricity And Energy From Dpsa. The role is based at the Head Office in Pretoria and offers a salary of R487,197 per annum (Level 09). **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * Conducting data collection and analysis. * Providing economic and policy research support. * Providing support in economic and energy modelling. * Providing support with socio-economic impact assessment. * Preparing reports, briefs, presentations, and data visualisations. * Providing stakeholder and projects support, including monitoring implementation progress for strategies such as the Just Energy Transition. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Education**: A Degree in Economics, Energy Studies, Public Policy, or Statistics at NQF level 7 recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). An Honours degree or postgraduate diploma in a relevant discipline is considered an added advantage. * **Experience**: 2-3 years’ work/internship experience in economic or policy research (preferably in energy, infrastructure, or development sectors). * **Knowledge of**: * Economics (macro and micro), including economic policy, growth, inequality, and public finance. * Energy policy and planning basics, including energy transition, renewables, and carbon pricing. * Socio-economic development, research methods, and the South African policy/economic context (NDP, IRP, JET Framework, Eskom restructuring). * Statistical/modelling tools and relevant data sources, including Stats SA, IEA, IMF, World Bank, and government databases. * **Skills**: * Data analysis and visualisation (Excel or similar tools). * Statistical programming (e.g., EViews or Stata). * Basic modelling support (e.g., CGE/input-output models). * Structural literature reviews, drafting policy briefs, technical reports and presentations, and translating complex results into clear summaries and visuals. * Communication, stakeholder engagement, and multidisciplinary teamwork. * Project/time management, documentation, and research audit trails. * **Thinking Demand**: * Analytical, conceptual, and critical thinking. * Quantitative reasoning and attentiveness to details. * Problem-solving, including addressing data gaps, modelling inconsistencies, and stakeholder information needs. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for individuals with a relevant NQF level 7 degree (or higher qualification in a related discipline) and 2-3 years of experience in economic or policy research. Males from Indian, Coloured, and White demographic groups are specifically encouraged to apply. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-electricity-and-energy-from-dpsa-circular-40-of-2026#spani-ref-dee2026-024 Source: govpage

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