The new South African government signaled its intention to review the South African competition law regime in the White Paper on Reconstruction and Development in 1994 (Notice 1954 Gazette 16085 of 23 November 1994). The need for a new competition policy in South Africa must be seen in the context of a historical legacy of excessive economic concentration an...
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Principal Economist (Grade 5), Economic Research Bureau Division
Masters degree in Economics, with training and experience in Industrial Economics. PhD Economics being an advantage.
7-10 years experience in the competition field, including both research and casework experience.
Experience in supervising other economists and taking a lead role on investigations or research.
Strong analytical skills and experience in managing research and economic evidence for economic regulation are essential.
Knowledge and understanding of the purpose and objectives of the Competition Act, the Competition Commission and the South African economy is highly recommended.
Competencies / Attributes
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Strong research and analytical skills.
The ability to work under pressure.
An energetic, committed individual with strong attention to detail.
Interpersonal and leadership skills.
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.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise, conduct and coordinate economic evidence gathering and assessment on investigation cases in cartels, market conduct and merger control.
Reliably apply economic principles and methods to the facts of each individual case.
Manage a team of around three economists.
Provide leadership to research and case teams, including on economic principles, methodology and analysis.
Identify and undertake research activities and priorities relevant to the development of competition law enforcement and priorities of the Commission.
Contribute to the provision of the theoretical and intellectual platform for the effective implementation of the Competition Act and achievement of the mandate of the Commission
Compile expert reports and provide expert evidence before the Competition Tribunal on investigation cases referred for adjudication.
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