We are currently looking for a Political Economist with a passion for research in the consulting environment. The candidate must have proven experience in economic research and be an outstanding writer.

Qualifications
Masters degree in economics.
Five (5) years work experience that involved extensive economic research and report writing.

To apply:

Please submit a covering letter outlining experience in the above areas and a detailed CV with contact details of 3 referees to Lynn Oliver at lynn@mthente.co.za.

Closing Date - EXTENDED: 14 May 2012

If you have not heard from us by the 21st May 2012 you can assume that your application has
been unsuccessful.

Please click on the link below for additional information on the skills requirements and job responsibilities.

We are currently looking for:

• Qualitative interviewers who have experience conducting face-to-face and telephonic interviews.
• Transcribers who have experience transcribing from voice recordings, as well as compiling detailed notes from meetings and focus groups.
• Experienced focus group facilitators (multi-lingual preferred).

Please send your CV and cover letter to lynn@mthente.co.za.

Mthente regularly hosts focus groups on a range of topics and is looking for people who would like to participate!

To join our database or find out more information, email Lynn at lynn@mthente.co.za or call 021 674 0504.

Mthente maintains a strong network of research associates whom we partner with on particular projects or on a consulting basis. We are particularly interested in developing relationships with researchers and consultants across Africa.

If you have expertise in the areas of research methodology, socio-economic surveys, trade and economic development, enterprise development, change management, monitoring and evaluation or business effectiveness, please send your CV and cover letter to lynn@mthente.co.za.

Mthente seeks out highly motivated interns with a strong social science research background who are looking for an opportunity to gain practical work experience to prepare for a research-based career in a fast paced and dynamic environment.

Please send your CV and motivational letter to lynn@mthente.co.za.

Mthente is committed to skills development in South Africa and therefore regularly provides openings for students to gain work experience through engaging in Mthente's day-to-day activities and research projects. Several of our past work experience students have developed skills that have enabled them to secure full-time positions at Mthente.

If you are interested, please send your CV and motivational letter to lynn@mthente.co.za.