• Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

The South African Revenue Service (SARS)

Senior Specialist: Market Segment Research (Contract Ending 31 March 2028)

Job Reference: 10606

Key Details

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Ends 31 March 2028)
Experience Level: 10-15 Years
Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s in Economics, Econometrics, Business Science or related
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Sector: Economic Research & Business Development

Position Summary

Lead impactful market research initiatives and strategic analysis for South Africa’s national revenue authority. Drive data-informed decision making through advanced economic research and behavioral insights.

Core Responsibilities

Strategic Analysis & Operations
  • Develop research models to monitor economic trends and taxpayer behavior
  • Optimize resource planning and operational efficiency
  • Design innovative solutions for complex economic challenges
  • Implement research methodologies for compliance monitoring
Governance & Compliance
  • Develop risk management frameworks aligned with fiscal policies
  • Maintain financial controls and corporate governance standards
Leadership & Collaboration
  • Provide expert consultation to internal/external stakeholders
  • Drive knowledge sharing through industry best practices
  • Deliver comprehensive reports for executive decision-making

Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications
  • Postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) + 10+ years economic research experience OR
  • Undergraduate degree (NQF 7) + 15+ years relevant experience
  • Advanced expertise in behavioral economics and data analysis
Key Competencies

Behavioral Attributes:
Analytical Thinking · Policy Analysis · Stakeholder Engagement · Transparency · Ethical Leadership

Technical Expertise:
Economic Modeling · Data Visualization · Regulatory Compliance · Research Methodologies

Application Process

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply through the official careers portal. Application submission deadline not specified.

Note: SARS maintains a zero-tolerance policy for any form of recruitment fee payment. Candidates are cautioned against third-party processing charges.

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