Electricity Market Analyst (electricity regulation)

SUMMARY:
3 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT
Position: Electricity Market Analyst
Division: Electricity Regulation

Reporting to the Executive Manager: Electricity Regulation: the incumbent will work closely with Electricity Market Specialists, Compliance Officers, and the broader Electricity Regulation Division.
The incumbent will provide specialised analytical and data-driven support to the company in the regulation and oversight of the South African Wholesale Electricity Market (SAWEM).
The incumbent will analyse electricity market data, identify trends and anomalies, support market surveillance activities, and produce high-quality analytical reports to inform regulatory decision-making, compliance enforcement, and policy development in line with the amended Electricity Regulation Act.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree \/ B Tech Degree \/ Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Economics, Engineering, Energy Studies, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field as recognized by SAQA A postgraduate qualification in Energy Economics, Power Systems, or Applied Economics will be an advantage Minimum of Five (5) years' experience in electricity markets, energy analytics, economic analysis, or regulatory analysis Experience working with large datasets and analytical tools Exposure to electricity market operations, pricing mechanisms, or system dispatch is desirable The candidate must be competent in the following: Strong Analytical and Quantitative Skills Ability to interpret complex market data and translate insights into regulatory recommendations Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools Strong Report Writing and Presentation Skills Ability to work independently and under pressure Key responsibilities: The successful incumbent will be responsible for : Market Data Analysis and Surveillance Support : Analyse wholesale electricity market data, including bids, offers, dispatch outcomes, prices, and volumes Identify trends, patterns, and anomalies that may indicate market inefficiencies, manipulation, or abuse of market power Support the development and application of market surveillance indicators and analytical models Regulatory Intelligence and Reporting : Prepare regular market monitoring reports, dashboards, and briefing notes for the HOD, Executive Manager, and Regulator Provide analytical input into market investigations, compliance assessments, and enforcement actions Maintain market performance databases and analytical tools Support to Market Regulation and Policy Development : Provide analytical support in the development and review of market rules, codes, and regulatory frameworks Benchmark South Africa's electricity market performance against international best practice Support impact assessments for proposed regulatory interventions Stakeholder and Inter-Departmental Support : Work with the Market Operator to ensure accurate, timely, and reliable market data flows Support engagement with internal teams (Licensing, Tariffs, Compliance, Legal) Assist in responding to stakeholder queries requiring analytical input Systems, Tools, and Continuous Improvement : Contribute to the design, testing, and implementation of market surveillance and analytics systems Continuously improve analytical methodologies and reporting processes Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality