Economist (224311)

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Analysing interrelationships between economic variables and studying the effects of government fiscal and monetary policies, expenditure, taxation and other budgetary policies on the economy and the community
• Researching, analysing and assessing the effects of labour market programs and industry policies and programs on economic growth, welfare, education and training
• Investigating international and national economic situations, and particular features such as industries, regions and socioeconomic groups
• Studying workplace issues such as enterprise bargaining and wage fixation, and the effect of workplace policies on productivity and economic growth
• Analysing trends and advising on economic issues such as taxation levels, prices, employment and unemployment, imports and exports, and interest and exchange rates
• Forecasting changes in the economic environment for short-term budgeting, long-term planning and investment evaluation
• Formulating recommendations, policies and plans for the economy, corporate strategies and investment, and undertaking feasibility studies for projects
• Preparing reports on research findings