Chief Director: Competition Oversight at Department of Trade, Industry and Competition

REQUIREMENTS    :    

• A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by the SAQA Law/ Finance/ Public Management/ Economics or relevant qualification. 5 years' experience at a senior managerial level in an economic environment in the public/private sector. 

DUTIES    :    

• Provide strategic advice and report on the performance of the competition authorities: Oversee the development and execution of compliance legislation for the competition authorities; Oversee the analysis and report on competition authorities' strategic plans, annual performance plans, quarterly and annual reports; Provides leadership in coordinating that competition authorities uphold principles of good corporate governance; Oversee the regular consultation and reporting with competition authorities. Advise and report to the Minister on the performance of competition authorities
• Manage the provision of advice to the department on the regulatory interventions required to enhance accountability and performance by the competition authorities: Lead and oversee effective planning, budgeting, government, and financial management within the competition authorities; Facilitate that the competition authorities' mandate aligns with the priorities and mandate of the Department; Oversee and coordinate that the competition authorities' delivery targets are aligned with the Department's APP and objectives; Oversee the development and review of competition policies and legislative frameworks;
• Provide leadership on any interventions to promote and support regulations, where applicable Stakeholder management: Lead and strategically identify and foster collaborations with various stakeholders (Competition authorities, other government entities, NEDLAC, Advocacy, and Industry lobby groups); Provide strategic guidance and advise, and facilitate the dtic's inputs to ensure policy coherence and alignment to promote the government's policies amongst key stakeholders; Oversee strategic engagements, forums, and bilateral meetings to address competition oversight matters; Oversee consultation processes on competition policy, market inquiries, and regulatory interventions; Oversee communication of findings, decisions, and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
• Monitoring and evaluation: Oversee the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks for competition oversight programmes, investigations, and interventions; Lead the monitoring of compliance with competition legislations, regulations, and policy directives across identified markets and sectors; Lead the evaluation of the effectiveness and impact of competition enforcement actions and policy interventions; Oversee and champion the development of evidence-based reports with findings, trends, risks and recommendations for senior management and oversight structures.
• Chief Directorate Management: Oversee the staff/personnel, Oversee the management of financial resources and assets of the Unit; Oversee the strategic planning of the Unit and execution of the operation plan.