Lead Financial Markets Specialist: Policy Research and Strategy - FMD at South African Reserve Bank

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Conduct high-quality research to inform policy positions and contribute to thought leadership on matters relevant to the Financial Markets Department. The research should also support the development of business methods and policy frameworks.
• Represent FMD in the cross-department research committee of the SARB, whose purpose is to foster a culture of research and analytical work.
• Make recommendations on the markets, monetary policy and regulatory frameworks, and produce policy position papers. This requirement also entails recommending improvements in business methods, while ensuring compliance with local and international standards.
• Develop and lead the implementation strategic initiatives in support of departmental objectives.
• Assume responsibility for the Africa portfolio, which includes the implementation of certain strategic initiatives of the respective financial markets clusters of the Common Monetary Area and the Committee of Central Bank Governors of the SADC region.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key participants in the financial markets, including, but not limited to, the banking and asset management sectors.
• Represent the SARB at official external forums and meetings that fall within the area of specialisation, including speaking at/presenting research at conferences and seminars.
• Manage and lead the Policy Research and Strategy Unit of the Financial Markets Department.
• Define research and learning agenda for the Policy Research and Strategy Unit.
• Provide technical guidance and ensure the transfer of knowledge and skills to junior specialists.
• Quality assure and integrate research and analyses submitted by other financial markets specialists and provide feedback.

QUALIFICATIONS

• a Masters degree in Economics or Finance, or an equivalent combination of education in the required field and job-related experience; and
• eight to 10 years’ experience in the financial markets or related environment.
• A PhD, proven track record in research and managing projects will be an added advantage. 

Additional requirements include:

• analytical and conceptual thinking abilities;
• knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite;
• advanced knowledge of mathematical, statistical or econometric modelling;
• effectiveness in verbal and written communication;
• Knowledge of research methodology;
• Ability in planning and organising; and
• decision-making;
• interpersonal skills;
• presentation skills;
• leadership skills;
• being a team player;
• integrity;
• impact and influence; and
• innovation and creativity.