Regulatory & Legislative Drafting Specialist at The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA)

Key Outputs:

The successful candidate will report to the Senior Manager: Regulatory & Legislative Drafting, with responsibilities including:

• Providing legal guidance to the Council (including Council committees) in executing their functions under the ICASA Act.
• Offering legal advice to the Council, CEO, COO, EXCO/OPCO, and Regulatory divisions on regulatory matters.
• Drafting regulations and regulatory documents/notices.
• Monitoring and providing input on draft legislation that may impact ICASA's mandate.
• Representing ICASA at national and international meetings and forums.
• Performing Compliance and Risk Management functions.
• Drafting Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) with local and international regulatory authorities, including international bilateral agreements.
• Conducting training, workshops, or presentations on topical regulatory legal matters.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Honours/4-year degree in Law (NQF Level 8).
• Admitted Attorney/Advocate.
• Minimum of 3 years managerial experience.
• Minimum of 5 years professional experience.
• Minimum of 6 years work experience.
• Minimum of 4 years post-admission experience, or alternatively, a minimum of 3 years post-admission experience with at least 1 year in ICT regulatory.
• Proven track record in handling litigation and drafting contracts/legislation.
• Solid regulatory/ICT acumen (distinct/added advantage).

Key Competencies and Attributes:

• Results-driven and ability to work independently.
• Innovative approach to drafting legislation, reasons documents, and findings documents.
• Experience in drafting Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) both nationally and internationally, as well as international/national bilateral agreements and other regulatory documents.
• Ability to work and make decisions under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
• Resilience and influential presence.
• Knowledgeable in Administrative Law and the Interpretation of Statutes.
• Legislative Drafting experience.
• Solid drafting skills.
• Proven track record in building collaborative relationships.