Senior Property Economist - Pretoria, South Africa - Urban-Econ Group

Urban-Econ Group

Verified Company

Pretoria, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Urban-Econ Development Economists (Pty) Ltd requires the services of a young and vibrant
Senior Property
Economist who has an interest in Property Development, Economics and Research.

Key Responsibilities:

Compile professional property research reports;
Analyse statistics and demographic information;
Draft property market feasibility studies and strategies;
Conduct indepth propertyrelated research and assessments;
Liaise and consult with clients and stakeholders both verbal and written;
Manage specific assignments and serve as the main point of liaison with clients, representing the company;
Compile clear and practical work plans for the deliverables with appropriate timeframes and report progress;
Draft monthly progress reports to clients;
Manage a small team of researchers, allocate responsibilities and deadlines;
Guide and motivate researchers throughout each project;
Review and analyse policies;
Conduct relevant primary and secondary research using a variety of techniques;
Facilitate focusgroup meetings and workshops;
Regular adhoc reporting to branch manager;
Prepare and deliver presentations to large audiences;
Undertake additional tasks as requested of them by their seniors and Unit Manager.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Good understanding of the property market
Knowledge of retail, commercial, housing, medical and filling station feasibility assessments, among others;
Good understanding of property demand and financial modelling.
Project Management experience;
Ability to work with junior staff members and motivate small teams;
Ability to work independently.
Ability to delegate responsibilities and hold others accountable;
Ability to identify information sources and collect information;
Ability to organise and analyse data;
Ability to organise time and meet deadlines;
Excellent command of English, both written and spoken language;
Good numerical skills;
Proficient in MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint;
Good academic referencing skills;
Strong public speaking abilities (Presentations);
Must be interested in economic research & development, report writing as well as data analysis.

Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable):

Matric;

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At least 3 years relevant experience in the property industry:

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in either Town and Regional Planning, Economics, Statistics, Development Studies or Human Geography;
Previous research project management experience;
Own vehicle and a valid Driver's License (Code B).