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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ECONOMIC ANALYSIS REF NO: FSPT 016/26 (X2

Provincial Administration: Free State

Salary band

R 487 197

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

FSPT 016/26

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Free State

Location

Bloemfontein

Salary

R487 197 per annum (Level 09), (A basic salary)

Requirements

An Honors Degree/Postgraduate Diploma (NQF Level 8 qualification) in Economics/Econometrics/Statistics/Mathematical Statistics or equivalent qualification with a minimum of three years’ working experience in a research or economic policy analysis environment. Knowledge of the Division of Revenue Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Regulations, Treasury Regulations, research methods, Macro-Economics, Socio-Economics and policy interpretation/formulation. Must possess the following skills: Analytical, mathematical, publication writing, research, problem 133 solving, interpersonal, ability to work independently, decision making, presentation and report writing. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s license.

Duties

Contribute to the annual Provincial Economic Review and Outlook (PERO) publication and the Municipal Economic Review and Outlook (MERO) publication. Contribute to Section 3 of the Provincial Budget Statement 1 on economy, social and labour issues. Contribute to the annual financial statements or Quarterly Labour Market Review. Conduct and provide support in socio economic research analysis and development. Analyse key economic variables their interrelations and relevance for the budget. Perform periodic collection, maintenance and update Provincial Socio Economic indicators in database. Conduct research and contribute to Departmental publications.

Enquiries

Mr. P Chomane: (recruitment@treasury.fs.gov.za)

Closing Date

2026-09-04T23:59:00+02:00

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Requirements

·An Honors Degree/Postgraduate Diploma (NQF Level 8 qualification) in Economics/Econometrics/Statistics/Mathematical Statistics or equivalent qualification with a minimum of three years’ working experience in a research or economic policy analysis environment
·Knowledge of the Division of Revenue Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Regulations, Treasury Regulations, research methods, Macro-Economics, Socio-Economics and policy interpretation/formulation
·Must possess the following skills: Analytical, mathematical, publication writing, research, problem 133 solving, interpersonal, ability to work independently, decision making, presentation and report writing
·Computer literacy
·Valid driver’s license

Key Duties

·Contribute to the annual Provincial Economic Review and Outlook (PERO) publication and the Municipal Economic Review and Outlook (MERO) publication
·Contribute to Section 3 of the Provincial Budget Statement 1 on economy, social and labour issues
·Contribute to the annual financial statements or Quarterly Labour Market Review
·Conduct and provide support in socio economic research analysis and development
·Analyse key economic variables their interrelations and relevance for the budget
·Perform periodic collection, maintenance and update Provincial Socio Economic indicators in database
·Conduct research and contribute to Departmental publications

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✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
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What is the salary for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ECONOMIC ANALYSIS REF NO: FSPT 016/26 (X2 position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 487 197. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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