Analyst: Economic Modelling And Research Ref No: Dee2026/024
Department Of Electricity and Energy (DEE)·Gauteng, south-africa·Full Time·Internship
Marketing & AdvertisingFull TimeInternship
-Closes 20 Nov 2026
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Head Office, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
A Degree in Economics, Energy Studies, Public Policy, Statistics at NQF level 7 recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Added advantage to those with honours degree or postgraduate diploma in a relevant discipline. PLUS 2-3 years' work/internship of 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 database.
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, draft policy briefs, technical reports and presentations, 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 reasoning and attentive to details. Problem-solving, including addressing data gaps, modelling inconsistencies and stakeholder information needs.
DUTIES :
Conduct data collection and analysis. Provide economic and policy research support. Provide support in economic and energy modelling. Provide support with socio-economic impact assessment.
Prepare reports, brief, presentations and data visualisations. Provide stakeholder and projects support, including monitoring implementation progress for strategies such as the Just Energy Transition.