ANALYST: Consulting (Infrastructure | Economic | Finance) - Cape Town, Western Cape

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ANALYST: Consulting (Infrastructure | Economic | Finance) - Cape Town, Western Cape Highly Compe

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ANALYST: Consulting (Infrastructure | Economic | Finance) – Cape Town, Western Cape 

Highly Competitive Package on Offer!

Global Strategic Management Consulting Firm is currently looking to recruit an energetic and highly self-driven problem-solver who comes with an open-minded approach to international development, finance, infrastructure, governance, policies, and broader developmental challenges.

You have a strong desire to contribute to making a significant positive impact in the world, with a belief in the power of a committed and diligent team to effect change.  Further to this you are a productive team player who thrives in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment and who is capable of working independently to deliver tasks to the expected level of quality with minimal.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Engage in comprehensive research that encompasses technical, social, environmental, institutional, financial, and economic dimensions, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative
• Undertake detailed literature reviews to summarize, synthesize, and add value to the information gathered, enhancing the depth and breadth of
• Create clear, detailed reports and other documentation tailored for clients and partners, ensuring information is accessible and actionable.
• Develop presentations that succinctly communicate key findings, project outcomes, and methodologies to diverse
• Offer versatile support across various projects, including those beyond the specialist area, by providing research, analysis, and writing services as
• Facilitate project coordination efforts, including logistics and administration, to ensure efficient project execution.
• Active participation in client meetings, offering insights and maintaining strong client relationships through effective
• Take ownership of, and demonstrating initiative in, the development and completion of project components and
• Employ a structured approach to analysis and deliverable development, ensuring outputs are of the highest quality and impact.
• Play an active role in the identification of new business opportunities and the development of proposals to expand the organization's portfolio.

Key qualification, skills and attributes:

Required:

• A master's degree in an appropriate field including (but not limited to) Town and Regional Planning, Economics, Engineering, Accounting, Actuarial studies, Finance, International Relations, Law, Development Studies, Public Policy or Politics
• 1-3 years of working in consultancy, advisory firm, development organization, think-tank or relevant corporate services environment
• Must be eligible to live and work in South Africa

Advantageous:

• Experience of working in Sub-Saharan Africa and other countries in the Global South;
• Foreign language proficiency in French or Portuguese
• A keen interest in or previous exposure to working across economic, institutional and environmental sectors
• Experience with financial/economic analysis of infrastructure projects

Attributes:

• Strong quantitative aptitude, with a solid foundation in financial and economic principles, is
• Outstanding writer, with proven skills in producing clear, concise, and impactful documents.
• Versatile, with a strong ability to multi-task and juggle multiple assignments and deadlines
• Skilled in breaking down complex topics for various audiences, both verbally and in writing, while being receptive to and integrating diverse viewpoints.
• Equipped with robust research skills, including an understanding of various research methodologies and proper citation.
• Excellent time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines within allocated timeframes and budgets.

Please Note:  This position is in line with the company’s employment equity plan, this role is an employment equity position and open to such applications.

To apply for this role, please forward a detailed copy of your CV to Lameez Herborn: AND Huda Williams: