THANDOKUHLE IGNATIUS NGOZO
Kuils River
Summary
Talented and intelligent economist that strives to provide thorough, in-depth and engaging economic analysis. Have done specific, tailored research that aims to provide businesses with strategic insights, as well as analysis that identifies and interprets broader trends in trade, business and economics, among other subjects. Skilled Researcher enthusiastic about supporting advancements in economic analysis. Passionate about increasing knowledge to drive growth and needed improvements. Ready to apply knowledge and ten years of experience in research.
Overview
1824
1824
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Research Manager-Fiscal Framework
Financial and Fiscal Commission
Cape Town
07.202 - Current
- Lead the fiscal framework unit in conducting macro-economic research and analysis
- Lead and manage research studies on socio-economic issues
- Manage the compilation of economic reports and publications for internal and external publication
- Analyze legislation and make recommendations as to what the Division of Revenue Bill should advanced and/or amended
- Craft supporting/opposing arguments and authored accompanying bill memorandum to the Division of Revenue
- Lead research and analysis of data on various public policy frameworks
- Draft various comprehensive policy briefs on public finance issues
- Collaborate closely with global and local partners to adapt and develop public policy research
- Provide policy recommendations to the leadership and management of Financial and Fiscal Commission and Parliament on all matters related to Public Finance and the Division of Revenue
- Develop and implemented public finance policy initiatives that utilized both evidence and practice base approaches
- Develop and advise on the implementation of public policies and outcomes research activities for the Financial and Fiscal Commission
- Develop solid strategic plans for research projects and effectively manage each plan
- Conduct quantitative research to inform the formulation of recommendations relating to the division of revenue
- Identify specific areas for macroeconomic and public finance analysis as it relates to the Financial and Fiscal Commission
- Review and monitor the performance of the National Budget
- Develop Terms of Reference and contract details for technical advisors and consultants to the Financial and Fiscal Commission
- Reference Name: Ms Sasha Peters
- Reference Title: Programme Manager: National Appropriations
- Working Relationship: Manager
- Reference Tel Number: 0112072301
- Reference mobile Number: 0790792468
- Reference e-mail address: sasha.peters@ffc.co.za
Senior Researcher
Financial and Fiscal Commission
12.2014 - 06.2022
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative research to inform the formulation of recommendations relating to the division of revenue
- Identify specific areas for macroeconomic and public finance analysis as it relates to the Financial and Fiscal Commission
- Conduct macroeconomic quantitative analysis of public finances
- Serve as a team member of the technical working group of the Financial and Fiscal Commission Research Review Committee
- Review and monitor the performance of the National Budget
- Develop Terms of Reference and contract details for technical advisors and consultants to the Financial and Fiscal Commission
- Reference Name: Dr Hammed Amusa
- Reference Title: Unit Manager: Macroeconomics and Public Finance
- Working Relationship: Manager
- Reference Tel Number: 0112072301
- Reference mobile Number: 0838725567
- Reference e-mail address: hammeda@ffc.co.za
Researcher Economist
Development Bank of Southern Africa
10.2009 - 08.2013
- Performed cost analysis and financial forecasting to evaluate ROI, value and risks associated with investments
- Provided timely and accurate financial analysis and budgeting reports for management and clientele
- Constructed financial models optimizing portfolio rate of returns
- Reduced acquisition costs through qualitative due diligence
- Presented recommendations to portfolio owners and management
- Prioritized and controlled multiple ad-hoc analysis projects and assignments
- Participated in the hiring and training process of new analyst
- Build strong relationships within the organization including finance, investments, project initiating, actuarial and underwriting, clinical, and operations
- Mentor and develop an elite team of investment analysts; help them create unique solutions to complex problems while managing multiple project timelines
- Analyze, forecasts and trends and translate highly complex concepts in ways that can be understood by a variety of audiences including senior management
- Perform mathematical analyses and actuarial modeling that provides management with statistical findings and conclusions
- Conceptualising relevant policy research programmes in pursuance of the DBSA’s mission
- Providing quality research, analysis and advice on development finance and institutional development
- Positioning the research unit as a centre of research excellence through value adding activities to policy formulation both inside and outside the DBSA
- Preparing policy research briefs and papers on emerging health and poverty reduction issues and the role of development finance
- Advise management and the board on human development issues
- Mobilising internal and external resources for policy research and analysis and contribute to building organisational capacity in these areas
- Reference Name: Dr Zwelakhe Tshandu
- Reference Title: Research Manager
- Working Relationship: Manager
- Reference Tel Number: 0113133670
- Reference mobile Number: 0824997737
- Reference e-mail address: zwelakhet@dbsa.org
Senior Policy Analyst
National Treasury
04.2008 - 09.2009
- Providing policy advice on medium term expenditure framework
- Conduct research on budget implication of human development and poverty reduction strategies
- Conducting in-depth research on medium term budget priorities
- Coordinating National Treasury Research Committee activities
- Conducting expenditure evaluation for the annual Budget Review
- Conducting research on budget reform processes
- Produce budget documentation (Budget Review and the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement)
- Reference Name: Dr
- Moses Obinyeluaku
- Reference Title: Director - Medium Term Planning
- Working Relationship: Supervisor
- Reference Telephone Number: +27123956563
- Reference Mobile Number: +27836171682
- Reference e-mail address: mogalink@yahoo.com
Economist
Ministry of Economic Planning and Development
01.2002 - 03.2008
- Developed proposals for funding of studies for various public finance and taxation projects
- Develop and implement health economics and outcomes research activities for government with divisional staff and key internal and external stakeholders
- Perform economic analysis and model plans for industrial programs
- Appraising the public sector capital investment programme within the health sector
- Advising government on the capital programme for the health sector
- Conducting research, prepared and analysed the public sector capital investment programme within the mining sector
- Conducting research on the alignment of the mining sector and the capital investment programmes with the national development strategy
- Monitoring the physical and financial implementation of the capital investment programme for the health sector
- Analyzing tax policies for alignment with national development strategy
- Manage budget and cost estimates according to plans
- Manage business relationships with all stakeholders including doctors, economists, and senior management
- Reference Name: Mr
- Donald Nxumalo
- Reference Title: Senior Economist
- Working Relationship: Supervisor
- Reference Tel Number: +26876042340
- Reference e-mail address: donsthe@yahoo.com
Economics and Business Reporter
Swazi Observer
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Collected, presented and edited economic and business feature articles
- Reference Name: Jabu Matsebula
- Reference Title: Editor in Chief
- Working Relationship: Supervisor
- Reference Tel Number: +2684049600
Education
MBA -
Milpark Business School
02.2011 - 02.2014
Master of Science - International Economics and Public Policy
Cardiff University
Cardiff, United Kingdom 09.2005 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Social Sciences- Economics and Statistics
University of Swaziland
Credit Skills for Development Financiers - undefined
Moody’s Analytics UK Limited
Certificate in Excel Advanced - undefined
Options in Training
Some College (No Degree) - Economics
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 11.2010 - 12.2010
Certificate in Econometrics for the Practitioner - undefined
University of Pretoria
Skills
Research design
Qualitative Research
Clinical trial expertise
Quantitative Research
Intellectual Curiosity
Team Supervision
Scientific Writing
Personal Information
- ID Number: 7601036711081
- Ethnicity: African
- Citizenship: South African
- Date of Birth: 01/03/76
- Gender: Male
- Driving License: 40520009D28L
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Senior Researcher
Financial and Fiscal Commission
12.2014 - 06.2022
MBA -
Milpark Business School
02.2011 - 02.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Economics
University of Pretoria
11.2010 - 12.2010
Researcher Economist
Development Bank of Southern Africa
10.2009 - 08.2013
Senior Policy Analyst
National Treasury
04.2008 - 09.2009
Master of Science - International Economics and Public Policy
Cardiff University
09.2005 - 07.2007
Economist
Ministry of Economic Planning and Development
01.2002 - 03.2008
Economics and Business Reporter
Swazi Observer
01.2001 - 01.2002
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Social Sciences- Economics and Statistics
University of Swaziland
Credit Skills for Development Financiers - undefined
Moody’s Analytics UK Limited
Certificate in Excel Advanced - undefined
Options in Training
Certificate in Econometrics for the Practitioner - undefined
University of Pretoria
Research Manager-Fiscal Framework
Financial and Fiscal Commission
07.202 - Current
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