LABOUR MARKET INTELLIGENCE
LABOUR MARKET INTELLIGENCE REF NO:
DHET23/02/2025
Branch: Planning, Policy, and Strategy
Directorate: System Monitoring and Labour Market Intelligence
SALARY :
R849 702 per annum (MMS Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE :
Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
An appropriate bachelor’s degree/advanced diploma (NQF level 7) in
Economics, Econometrics or Statistics. A postgraduate qualification in one or
more of the above-mentioned disciplines will be an added advantage. A
minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in conducting research
analysis in labour market and education and training. Knowledge and
understanding of policies, legislation and regulatory frameworks governing the
post-school education and training (PSET) system and skills development
landscape.
Formidable insights into global mandates and policies governing
education and training systems. Knowledge and experience in research and
management of research projects, Knowledge of sources of data or information
with implications to skills planning, labour markets and education and training.
Knowledge of the latest trends in skills planning, labour markets education and
training research, monitoring and evaluation, and high-level report writing.
Proficiency in econometric modelling and statistical data analysis using
software such as EViews, Stata, and SPSS.
Good understanding and experience in survey design and sampling methodology. Development of a database to store and process information in a relational database such as SQL. Development of data visualizations and infographics. Understanding of key stakeholders in the PSET system and broader economy. A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES :
Manage research projects on labour market intelligence including the
development of the research plan, proposals and terms of reference, and
establishment of MOAs; Produce the report on skills supply and demand in
South Africa; Manage the development of the skills supply and demand
projection tool; Manage the development of labour market data and PostSchool Education and Training systems indicators database; Manage the
updating and maintenance of the PSET system statistical indicators database;
Manage the development of the national and provincial lists of Occupations In
High Demand (OIHD); Manage the development of the Critical Skills List (CSL);
Produce fact sheets, information briefs and policy briefs on PSET performance;
Engage with the national and international community on labour market
intelligence; Undertake dissemination and advocacy of reports and factsheets
produced.
ENQUIRIES :
Ms X Rikhotso Tel No: (012) 213 5513 / Mr R Kgare Tel No: (012) 312 5442
/Ms N Liwane Tel No: (012) 312 6365