Job Location : , South Africa, South Africa
Application Deadline : February 15, 2026
- The Associate will provide crucial support for the design, implementation, and evaluation of digital payment strategies and initiatives. Positioned as a delivery-focused role, the associate will apply strong analytical skills to conduct research, analyze data, and support the development of high-quality strategic and policy outputs. The role will also involve assisting with stakeholder engagement and contributing to project deliverables under the guidance of senior team members.
Key Responsibilities
Perform data management, including cleaning, processing, and structuring large and complex financial, payment, and market datasets.Support the development and implementation of financial and market models using Excel, R, or Stata.Create clear, insightful data visualizations, charts, and maps for client reports and presentations.Conduct quantitative analysis to provide an evidence base for policy briefs, technical reports, and strategic recommendations on payment systems and digital finance.Assist with research and analysis for projects related to payments innovation, digital financial services, and regulatory analysisREQUIREMENTS
Master's degree in Economics, business administration (MBA) or a related field2-3+ years of experience in consulting or payments or DFSStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamCommitment to excellence and client service