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POSITION: ECONOMIST – ENVIRONMENTAL AND AGRICULTURAL SECTOR

Location: Pretoria/ Western Cape/ Hybrid

Role Summary

We are seeking an Economist who will provide economic research, data analysis, modelling and advisory services to support projects in the environmental and agricultural sectors. The role involves assessing the economic, financial and environmental impacts of policies, programmes and investments, and developing evidence-based recommendations to support informed decision-making.

The incumbent will contribute to consulting projects, including economic impact assessments, feasibility studies, cost-benefit analyses, environmental sustainability and natural resource management initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Economic Research and Analysis

  • Conduct economic research and analyse data and trends relevant to the environmental and agricultural sectors.
  • Develop economic and financial models, forecasts and scenario analyses to assess project feasibility, costs, benefits and risks.
  • Undertake cost-benefit analyses and evaluate the economic impacts of environmental policies, climate change, natural resource management and sustainability initiatives.
  • Assess the economic implications of government policies, regulations and development programmes.
  • Prepare clear, evidence-based reports, technical papers and presentations for clients.

2. Project Execution and Consulting Delivery

  • Support the planning and delivery of consulting projects, including developing research methodologies and data collection frameworks.
  • Execute assigned project activities, deliverables and deadlines in line with client requirements.
  • Analyse and interpret data using appropriate statistical and modelling techniques.
  • Participate in client meetings, stakeholder consultations and project presentations.
  • Prepare high-quality technical reports, feasibility studies, economic assessments and presentations for clients.
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, evidence-based solutions.

3. Qualifications & Experience

  • Honours degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Environmental Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Financial Modelling or a related field. A relevant master’s degree would be advantageous.
  • Approximately 3–5 years of relevant experience in economic research, data analysis, modelling or consulting.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data cleaning, analysis and modelling.
  • Experience in statistical analysis and the application of quantitative methods to economic or environmental modelling.
  • Strong analytical, mathematical, report-writing and communication skills.

Personal Attributes

  • Passion for applying computational skills to solve real-world economic and environmental problems.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Keen attention to detail and commitment to high-quality outputs.
  • Ambitious, motivated and driven individual.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-driven consulting environment.

How to Apply

Should you meet the above requirements, please send your CV to:

a.crafford@primeafricapeople.net

Closing Date: 30 October 2026

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.