{"id":32608,"date":"2026-03-25T18:02:16","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T18:02:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/senior-economist-agricultural-regulatory-measures-division\/"},"modified":"2026-03-28T00:24:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-28T00:24:42","slug":"senior-economist-agricultural-regulatory-measures-division","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=32608","title":{"rendered":"Senior Economist: Agricultural Regulatory Measures Division"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS<\/p>\n<p>Economic Analysis &amp; Regulatory Evaluation<\/p>\n<p>\tConduct economic impact assessments of proposed statutory measure applications (levies, record-keeping, information systems, etc.).<br \/>\n\tAnalyse industry data to determine necessity, proportionality, and market impact of measures.<br \/>\n\tEvaluate cost-benefit implications of the applications for producers, processors, traders, and smallholder farmers.<br \/>\n\tDevelop economic models to assess levy structures and revenue sustainability.<\/p>\n<p>Statutory Measures Administration &amp; Compliance Support<\/p>\n<p>\tReview applications for new and\/or amended statutory measures.<br \/>\n\tAssess compliance with the MAP Act, regulatory prescripts, and Ministerial guidelines.<br \/>\n\tMonitor implementation and performance of approved measures.<br \/>\n\tEvaluate reporting from industry trusts and administrators.<br \/>\n\tSupport renewal processes through structured economic and governance reviews.<\/p>\n<p>Policy &amp; Advisory Support<\/p>\n<p>\tProvide expert advice to Senior Manager, Management Committee (MANCOM), and Council (including its committees), and on statutory measure matters (in the field crops).<br \/>\n\tContribute to policy development relating to market regulation.<br \/>\n\tInterpret legislative provisions and assess alignment with economic principles and their applicability.<br \/>\n\tParticipate in stakeholder consultations and public hearings (and lead in respect of field crops).<\/p>\n<p>Governance, Risk &amp; Audit Support<\/p>\n<p>Ensure all statutory measures are aligned to:<\/p>\n<p>\tMarketing of Agricultural Products Act (including the SOP and other guiding documents)<br \/>\n\tPublic Finance Management Act (PFMA)<br \/>\n\tNational Treasury guidelines<br \/>\n\tIdentify financial, operational, and reputational risks.<br \/>\n\tSupport internal and external audit processes.<br \/>\n\tMaintain proper documentation and record management.<\/p>\n<p>Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Industry Liaison<\/p>\n<p>\tEngage with commodity organisations and industry bodies.<br \/>\n\tFacilitate consultative processes for measure approvals.<br \/>\n\tPresent technical findings to industry stakeholders.<br \/>\n\tSupport dispute resolution processes related to statutory measures.<\/p>\n<p>Research &amp; Reporting<\/p>\n<p>Prepare high-level reports for:<\/p>\n<p>\tMinister of Agriculture<br \/>\n\tNAMC Council<br \/>\n\tParliamentary Committees (where required)<br \/>\n\tSenior Manager<br \/>\n\tConduct sectoral research relating to levy impacts and transformation objectives.<br \/>\n\tDevelop analytical briefs and position papers.<\/p>\n<p>QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n<p>Minimum Qualifications<\/p>\n<p>\tPostgraduate\u00a0Degree in Agricultural Economics, Agribusiness, Economics, or related field.<\/p>\n<p>Experience<\/p>\n<p>Minimum 5 \u2013 7 years\u2019 experience in:<\/p>\n<p>\tAgricultural economics<br \/>\n\tRegulatory analysis<br \/>\n\tPublic sector economic advisory<br \/>\n\tMarket research or levy administration<br \/>\n\tExperience in a PFMA-governed entity will be advantageous.<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n<p>namc.simplify.hr<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/namc.simplify.hr","_company_name":"National Agricultural Marketing Council","_company_website":"http:\/\/N%20\/%20A","_company_tagline":"The National Agricultural Marketing Council was established in terms of the MAP Act No. 47 of 1996, as amended by Act No 59 of 1997 and Act No. 52 of 2001. 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