recruitment@genesis-analytics.com
Company description
Genesis Analytics has worked in 90 countries. Our roots are firmly in Africa. We are a truly global African firm.
We look at the world - and the continent - by identifying large opportunities for change, both social and private. Our purpose as a firm is to unlock that massive latent value through a multi-faceted approach that we describe below.
We have expertise in behavioural sciences; competition economics and regulation; climate finance; the digital economy and regulation; economic impact assessment; financial services strategy; human development; monitoring, evaluation and learning; public health and financing; shared value and corporate impact; and youth employment. Some of our best work has been through combining our complementary areas of expertise to find fresh solutions.
Our clients include all levels of government, corporates and banks, development agencies, multilateral organisations, foundations, regulators and law firms.
The critical questions of this century have increased our focus on the triangle of forces that are shaping Africa’s future. These are:
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- The youth wave arising from Africa’s great demographic transition
- Opportunities on the continent from global technological change
- Managing and mitigating regional climate change
Bursary description
The GEFT bursary is offered to young South African students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds who are eligible to study towards their honours or master’s degrees in Economics or related fields at a recognised South African university.
Applicants must be in the process of applying for either one of the following qualifications or related disciplines:
An honours or master’s degree in: Economics, Economic Science, Applied Economics, Development Economics, Behavioural Economics, International Development and Public Health: Epidemiology or Health Economics.
Applicants must have achieved a consistent average of 65% and above for their undergraduate and/or honours degrees. The bursary is primarily available to cover tuition fees as well as books and stationery. Dependent on available funds, GEFT may be in a position to contribute towards additional needs such as accommodation and transport.
How to apply
How do I apply for a bursary?
Please apply online using the link below. A complete application must consist of the following:
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A comprehensive CV
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A copy of your South African identity document
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A motivational letter
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Full academic transcripts from your very first year of study to date. Please note that full transcripts must be uploaded as a single document
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A writing sample (e.g. an essay, proposal, or assignment. This must be a recent submission from the current or previous academic year)
Process
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Applications are received and screened against required skills, competencies and experience
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An initial exploratory telephonic interview will be held
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You will be asked to complete an online case study assessment
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Shortlisted candidates will undergo a panel interview
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Successful candidates are added to our internship database and offers are made dependent on available project work.
Please note that profiles that are sent via email will not be considered. We therefore encourage you to submit your application on the careers page using this link.
Applications for 2022 closed on 31 August 2021.
Disclaimer:
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Candidates must be South African citizens by birth
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Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only. If you do not receive any feedback on your application within three weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful
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Genesis Analytics reserves the right not to proceed with an appointment of any advertised opportunity
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All appointments will be made in line with our employment equity plan and policies
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All applications will be treated confidentially.
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Website
https://www.genesis-analytics.com/
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