This job offer is not available in your country.

Specialist Economics (Contract Ending 31 March 2028) (10605)

The South African Revenue ServiceZA

10 days ago

Job description

Job title : Specialist Economics (Contract Ending 31 March 2028) (10605)

Job Location : Gauteng,

Deadline : November 16, 2025

Quick Recommended Links

Jobs by Location
Job by industries

Job Purpose

The primary mandate of the Research Planning and Coordination Unit is to model, analyse and develop research tools that measure the impact of economic fundamentals and the compliance landscape on overall revenue collections. The unit provides thought leadership to inform strategy and influence policy. The unit leverages SARS tax and trade data ecosystem to ensure optimal execution of SARS strategy and to maximise revenue collection through comprehensive revenue analysis and forecasting. Key to meeting fiscal revenue estimates and forecasting objectives, is the development and maintenance of macro-economic and revenue forecasting tools. models and capabilities. As such it is imperative that the unit is capacitated by world-class Specialist Economists (and Econometricians), with exposure to international, continental, provincial and local environments, with a scope that spans micro-economics, macro-economics as well as international economics (trade) The purpose of this job is to advice on economics strategies in order to meet business objectives.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Economics, Econometrics, Business Science, Finance, or related field AND 8-10 years' experience in a macroeconomic research environment of which 3-4 years at junior specialist level. Professionally qualified, experienced specialists and / or mid-management with experience and knowledge in a field that is relevant in the field of Macro Economic Research.

#ALTERNATIVE

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 15 years' experience in a macroeconomic research environment of which 3-4 years junior specialist level. Professionally qualified, experienced specialists and / or mid-management with experience and knowledge in a field that is relevant in the field of Macro Economic Research.

Job Outputs : Process

Identify, analyse, monitor key macro-economic, micro-economic and SARS operations factors, and evaluate their impact on SARS’ revenue and compliance outcomes.

Provide expert advice, analytical and technical support in economic and revenue management, analysis, modelling and forecasting to internal and external stakeholders.

Analyse and make recommendations about improvements to specialist systems, procedures and associated area's practice.

Contribute to the optimum utilisation of org. resources, advising on effective planning and development of area of specialisation resource plans.

Develop a single practice area in alignment with operational activity and procedural frameworks and ensure tactical implementation.

Draw on own technical or professional expertise, knowledge & experience to identify & recommend tactical solutions to defined problems in practices.

Integrate business information, compare, analyse & produce reports to identify trends, discrepancies & inconsistencies for decision-making purposes.

Optimise goal achievement through tactical strategy implementation and optimisation of practises, processes & systems across an internal value chain.

Plan for value-added, continuous practice & system improvements to deliver on objectives to enhance tactical implementation and excellence.

Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best-fit alternatives; best practice implementation solutions.

Translate top down policy in relation to own practice area and communicate impact to relevant stakeholders.

Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, practice area and associated procedures and execute the implementation of change and innovation.

Conduct assessments and use information to advise, make recommendations and facilitate improvement

Governance

Develop and / or align governance and compliance policies for own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability.

People

Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.

Provide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise.

Finance

Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation.

Contribute to the development of divisional budgets to minimise expenditure aligned with divisional plans

Client

Develop & ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence & encourage others to provide exceptional stakeholder service.

Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management.

Provide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

Accountability

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Commitment to Continuous Learning

Conceptual Ability

Expertise in Context

Fairness and Transparency

Honesty and Integrity

Organisational awareness

Trust

Respect

Technical competencies

Business Knowledge

Data Collection and Analysis

Data Mining and Modelling

Efficiency Improvement

Economic Research

Functional Policies and Procedures

Reporting

Accounting / Financial Services jobs

Create a job alert for this search

Specialist Contract • ZA

Related jobs

Promoted

Economic Capital Analyst

Old MutualZA

Job title : Economic Capital Analyst.This role is responsible for the management, maintenance, analysis and interpretation of portfolio data and information related to a diversified portfolio of cr...Show moreLast updated: 10 days ago

Promoted

Senior Investment Banker : Special Asset Management

Absa Group LimitedZA

Job title : Senior Investment Banker : Special Asset Management.Seasoned Investment Banker to provide strategic financial advisory and transaction execution services to clients navigating distressed...Show moreLast updated: 12 days ago

Promoted

Tax Specialist

Discovery LimitedZA

The Group Tax Department is responsible for the Tax Strategy of Discovery.This encompasses the following functions : .Responsible for tax planning, compliance, reporting throughout the group.Provides...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago

Promoted

Snr Specialist : Cash Management & Bank Reconciliation : FINA20598

City of EkurhuleniZA

Job title : Snr Specialist : Cash Management & Bank Reconciliation : FINA20598.BTech Accounting Degree or relevant equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification. Plan and organise bank reconciliation to ensur...Show moreLast updated: 10 days ago

Promoted

New Business Development Specialist - Fintech | Sandton

Salesworx Recruitment LtdZA

Job title : New Business Development Specialist - Fintech | Sandton.Our Client is a South African fintech company, pioneering the future of payments. They are passionate and collaborative team of de...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago

Promoted

Executive : Strategy and Customer and Competitor Insights

Absa Group LimitedZA

Job title : Executive : Strategy and Customer and Competitor Insights.Lead the development and execution of the business unit’s long-term strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.Drive...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago

Promoted

Lead, Technology -Treasury, Money Markets & Fixed Income (Corporate & Investment Banking)

Standard Bank GroupSouth Africa

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities - plus the chance to ...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago

Promoted

Corporate Strategy Consultant

AccentureZA

Job title : Corporate Strategy Consultant.As a strategy consultant, you will be joining Accenture’s Corporate Strategy & Growth team where you will work side-by-side with management and the C-Suite...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago

Promoted

Specialist Scientist (S)

The South African Medical Research CouncilZA

Job title : Specialist Scientist (S).Responsibilities will include : .Initiate and lead research in the behavioral sciences. Responsible for generating research grants.Provide mentorship to early- and...Show moreLast updated: 20 days ago

Promoted

Risk Specialist

Public Protector South AfricaZA

National Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management / Internal Audit / Finance.A postgraduate qualification in Risk Management / Internal Audit / Finance will be an added advantage.Registration with ...Show moreLast updated: 25 days ago

Promoted

Analytics & Treasury Manager

DAV Professional Placement GroupZA

Job title : Analytics & Treasury Manager.We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive professional to support the management of Operations, Compliance, Data Management, and Project Processing acr...Show moreLast updated: 4 days ago

Promoted

Executive : Strategy & Commercialisation

Absa Group LimitedZA

Job title : Executive : Strategy & Commercialisation.Lead the development and execution of digital business strategies and commercialisation initiatives that drive revenue growth, market positioning...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago

Promoted

Specialist Data Analytics (X2) Contract Ending 31 March 2028 (10608)

The South African Revenue ServiceZA

Job title : Specialist Data Analytics (X2) Contract Ending 31 March 2028 (10608).You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies for creating data-driven solutions by understandi...Show moreLast updated: 12 days ago

Promoted
New!

Treasury Technology Support Consultant - FIS Integrity

ZandersSouth Africa

Treasury Technology Support Consultant - FIS Integrity.Join to apply for the Treasury Technology Support Consultant - FIS Integrity role at Zanders. Elevate your career, perform when it counts : beco...Show moreLast updated: 5 hours ago

Promoted

Finance Specialist

Robert WaltersZA

Job title : Finance Specialist.Job Location : Gauteng, Cape Town.A leading global investment management firm is seeking a . This is an exceptional opportunity to join a pioneering organisation ...Show moreLast updated: 20 days ago

Promoted

Senior Contracting Specialist (Gauteng)

Enaex AfricaZA

Job title : Senior Contracting Specialist (Gauteng).Implement the unit operations plan by understanding key activities and performance measures, communicating with stakeholders, and monitoring dail...Show moreLast updated: 4 days ago

Promoted

Senior Specialist : Market Segment Research (Contract Ending 31 March 2028) (10606)

The South African Revenue ServiceZA

Job title : Senior Specialist : Market Segment Research (Contract Ending 31 March 2028) (10606).To provide in-depth market research and analysis of products as per legislative requirements.Minimum Q...Show moreLast updated: 12 days ago

Promoted

Client Interaction Specialist

Discovery LimitedZA

Job title : Client Interaction Specialist.The primary function of this role is to effectively and efficiently manage and grow relationships between Discovery Life and all stakeholders i.Ensure that...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago