Analyst (Advocacy) at The Competition Commission South Africa

Key Responsibilities

The main responsibilities of the incumbent will, inter alia, include: 

• Assist in conducting investigations regarding possible contraventions of the Act and relevant advocacy activities.
• Assist in conducting research and policy analysis of the regulatory landscape and make recommendations.
• Assist in conducting advocacy research and investigations to support the Commission’s objectives.
• Act as a representative of the Commission within the framework of the Competition Act when communicating with business, consumers, employer/ employee representatives and other government agencies.
• Contribute to the implementation of the Commission’s Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan and the Division’s Business Plan.
• Contribute to the efficient administration of the Division through compliance of protocols, procedures and systems, including knowledge management.

Requirements

We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and a committed individual who meets the following requirements:

• A completed NQF Level 8 qualification or equivalent in Economics, Law or Social Sciences.
• A Masters Degree in Economics, Law or Social Sciences will be an added advantage
• At least 3 – 5 years’ experience in a competition or public policy or legislative environment.
• Ability to conduct research and undertake complex investigations within multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in information gathering and analysis.

 Other considerations:

• Practical work exposure to area of expertise, such as sector regulation or competition law or economics, will be an added advantage.

Personality and Attributes

Over and above well-developed technical skills in your specialisation areas, the incumbent must demonstrate, inter alia:

• Must demonstrate fit with the Commissions Values (Communication, Ownership, Making a difference, Professionalism, Employee Welfare, Teamwork, Efficiency.
• Project or case management skills.
• High-level written and verbal communication skills.
• Diplomacy, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Research, investigation & analytical skills.
• Planning and organising.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt, work under pressure and willingness to learn.