JOB SPECIFICATION
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JOB TITLE
PBO Internship Programme
Assistant Finance/Economics/Policy Analyst
2.
MAIN PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE JOB
Assistant Finance Analyst: The successful candidate will provide financial
analysis support to the PBO Finance Division during the budget process, to
enhance the performance of the Parliamentary Budget Office.
Assistant Economic Analyst: The successful candidate will provide economic
analysis support to the PBO Economic Division, through the application of
economic theory and knowledge, to enhance the performance of the
Parliamentary Budget Office.
Assistant Policy Analyst: The successful candidate will provide policy analysis
support on government policy priorities and implementation, therefore
determining fiscal demand, to the PBO Policy Division to enhance the
performance of the Parliamentary Budget Office.
3.
POSITION IN ORGANISATION
Reports To: Deputy Directors
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DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Support the development of knowledge products including: reviewing,
editing and formatting final versions;
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Support preparations for the launch and dissemination of knowledge
products;
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Attend selected committee meetings or plenary debates as an observer to
report back on any matters relevant to the PBO;
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Assist with administration relating to outputs;
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Assist with general administration (attend team meetings, draft minutes
of meetings, prepare background documents, make training and travel
arrangements, etc.);
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Assist in obtaining relevant literature for research and writing short
briefings (one page documents on a particular issue in line with the
committees’ work);
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Liaising with key individuals or other structures of Parliament (committee
section, content advisors and research unit);
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Managing the Alfresco (activity) calendar;
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Support other tasks as required.
5.
QUALIFICATIONS
Graduates (Honours/Masters) in public policy, public finance, accounting,
economics/development economics/econometrics and related fields.
6.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
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Familiar with the Money Bills Amendment Procedure and Related Matters
Act
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Sound knowledge of the Finance Management of Parliament Act (FMPA)
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Sound knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (as amended)
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Advanced writing, analytical and quantitative skills
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Ability to work independently and methodically
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In-depth knowledge and expertise in public finance, policy analysis and
economics
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Knowledge and understanding of prevailing socio-political issues in South
Africa
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Knowledge and understanding of sensitivities within the political
environment
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Knowledge of legislative framework
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Advanced skills in Microsoft office suite (outlook, word, excel and
PowerPoint)
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Ability to understand fiscal policy, budget policy process, econometrics
and modelling
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Economic analysis skills
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Sound research and reporting skills
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Well versed in economics and issues surrounding the national budget
process;
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7.
Willingness to contribute to projects on a broad spectrum of subjects;
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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Ability to work as part of a small team;
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Ability to undertake basic administrative tasks;
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Excellent oral and written skills in English, including attention to detail;
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Ability to research and present information concisely;
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Basic computer skills including working knowledge of email, search
engines and the internet;
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The ability to work independently, but also contribute to team projects;
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Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively;
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Solid analytical and numeracy skills;
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Proven organisational skills and capacity to solve problems;
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The ability to work in a sensitive and confidential manner;
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Eagerness and ability to learn quickly and adapt to new and evolving
challenges.
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Ability to communicate at all levels
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Up-to-date knowledge of current affairs;
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Proven record of completing tasks to a high standard and working to
deadlines; and
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Experience of working within a political environment (desirable).
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Ability to perform functional administrative tasks
8.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
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Well organized and good time management;
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A proactive and self-driven mindset;
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Willing to occasionally work unsocial hours;
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Independence in their thinking and in their work; and
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Desire to further develop skills and knowledge.