Economist (Associate)

South African Technology & Innovation Centre (SATIC) is the latest part of PwC, a global brand delivering services for the biggest clients in the world. PwC leads the way in human led, technology enabled professional services, working with clients to transform their business and make it fit for the future.We are looking for candidates who bring in-depth market experience, who see technology as a way to enable and drive human innovation and who want to be a part of a community of solvers, to tackle the biggest challenges in society.If you are looking for a career where every day is different, where challenges are complex and where you can make a real difference, then we want to hear from you. By choosing to join SATIC, you are choosing to work with teams all over the world, harnessing the power of world leading tech and making a difference to real people’s lives.The Role : PwC SATIC is looking for well-rounded individuals with excellent technical, presentation and people skills to join our growing team. As an Associate, you will be leveraging your economic and analytical experience to:Develop cost-benefit analysis and business cases in line with Green Book principles, supported by strategic analysis and theories of change/logic modelsDesign and deliver evaluations in line with the Magenta BookConduct in-depth economic modelling and research to provide insights and actionable recommendations for a wide variety of client challengesCollaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, applying your expertise to a wide range of projects, sectors and questionsAssist in drafting high-quality reports, proposals, and presentations that communicate economic concepts in a clear and concise mannerSupport business development efforts, including proposal writing and client meetingsManage and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environmentStay updated with economic policies, trends, and regulatory changes within relevant sectorsRequirements : A degree in Economics or a related field; a postgraduate degree is desirableAt least 1 - 3 years of relevant experience as an economist, ideally gained in the public sector or at another consultancyStrong analytical skills, with proficiency in econometric tools and statistical software (e.g., STATA, R, Python, or similar)Excellent problem-solving skills and a proven ability to synthesise complex informationStrong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in presenting findings to diverse audiencesAbility to work effectively in teams across multiple projects under tight deadlines