Vacancies Available at Department of Trade, Industry and Competition

REQUIREMENTS :

• Mandatory Minimum Requirements: A qualification at NQF level 7 in Business / Public Administration, and or economic or relevant qualification. 3–5 years managerial experience in strategic planning and managing organisational performance.

DUTIES :

• Assess strategic plans: Analyse entities’ strategic plans, APPs and operational plans; draft forewords and align plans with ENE and national priorities.
• Conduct entities’ performance monitoring and reporting: Monitor and evaluate signed performance agreements of executive heads of entities, prepare monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports and templates.
• Stakeholder management: Provide inputs into entities' strategic planning sessions; communicate analysis of quarterly and annual reports to the Director and stakeholders.
• Coordinate entities performance review sessions: Coordinate entities’ mid-year and annual planning and performance review sessions, compile minutes and provide secretariat support.
• Sub-directorate management: Monitor financial resources and provide inputs into strategic planning and operational execution in the unit. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Mandatory Minimum Requirements: An LLB degree. At least 8 years appropriate post qualification legal experience. 

DUTIES :

• Provide Legal Opinions on matter related to the Department: Research the applicability of legal principles on legal Opinion. Highlight legal position of the Opinion. Conduct research on applicable policy, legislation or regulation and legal principles with regard to legal Opinion. Formulate questions to be answered on legal Opinion. Study and cite relevant cases on aspects related to legal Opinion. Provide strategic and technical inputs into the strategic direction of the Unit.
• Provide advice on drafting, negotiation and vetting of contracts: Draft, verify the contract and memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to be drafted and edited. Conduct research on applicable policy, legislation or regulation to be followed. Draft legal documents and advise on hand or mentor juniors on drafting of legal documents that provide clear motivation/justification for a particular position pertaining to the case. Determine if the contract is legal and whether it reflects the intention of the Department. Ensure that there is consistency when applying the legal principles. Ensure that the rights, powers and duties of the Department are set out in the contract. Liaise with all stakeholders involved in the contract and negotiate on final contract. Consolidate amendments or comments to the contract if applicable. Ensure that the interest of the Department is protected at all times. Certify contract and verify consistency between instruction and content of the contract. Verify signed contents of the contract with that as certified and hand to the Contract Management Unit. Draft, peruse and study legislations: Conduct research, gather information from the line functionaries on drafting legislation. Determine factual, supporting documents and legal purpose of legislation. Highlight legal position of the legislation. Research the applicable legal principles of drafting and interpretation of statutes. Ascertain whether legislation is in accordance with the principles of drafting and interpretation of statutes. Ascertain that the intention of the Department and the entities are reflected in the proposed bill or amended bill. Peruse and study drafts of proposed bills or amended bills. Facilitate the drafting of cabinet memorandum. Pilot legislation through the parliamentary process. Respond to legal opinion aspects that arise during public hearings and parliamentary sessions.
• Execute litigation and legal processes within the Department: Determine the factual and legal situation on the case brought forward. Establish if the Department should litigate or defend the matter. Consul with the relevant line functions. Prepare briefs advising the relevant authority seeking authority to institute or defend the Department legal position. Appear in court to provide evidence on behalf of the Department. Provide advice in regards to a possible settlement and negotiate settlement with opponent. Prepare instructions to the State Attorney and make recommendations for appointment of suitable Advocate to be appointed if necessary. Monitor the court case from the inception of its finality. Review all pleadings at all stages for the court case as per court rules. Consult with the relevant line function at each stage of the pleadings. Explore alternative dispute resolution opinions for each court case and prepare an opinion on same. Ensure that the briefings are prepared and court orders are implemented effectively. Manage legal administrative inquiries: Liaise with stakeholders on legal matters. Draft and/or edit legal correspondence on all legal administrative enquiries. Conduct awareness on the implementation of legal interventions. 

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REQUIREMENTS : Mandatory Minimum Requirements:

• A qualification at NQF level 7 in Business Management/ Investment/ Finance/ Economics/ Marketing or relevant qualifications. 3-5 years’ experience in an Investment Promotion environment in private or public sector.

DUTIES :

• Provide investment information and facilitation: Obtain and consolidate information sources; contribute to publications and portals; compile presentation materials. Implement investment information strategy: Gather information on investment climate issues; provide inputs to strategy execution and research reports. Arrange meetings and draft minutes. Knowledge repository and database management: Coordinate information capture into MIS/e-Room; maintain investor pipeline and contact databases. Stakeholder and customer relations management: Manage stakeholder relations across public and private sectors and conduct customer satisfaction follow-ups. Risk management and reporting: Compile quarterly/annual reports and inputs for bi-national commissions and state visits; manage investment pipeline updates.

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REQUIREMENTS : Mandatory Minimum Requirements:

• A qualification at NQF Level 7 in Economics/ International Relations or International Law with an Economics focus. 3-5 years’ experience in international Relations or International Law in public or private sector environment. 

DUTIES :

• Foreign trade research and analysis: Compile and analyse economic data, update statistics and draft country briefings and reports. Stakeholder management: Liaise with foreign missions, government departments and other stakeholders; prepare meeting reports.
• Negotiations support: Provide technical inputs to negotiating positions and convene preparatory consultations.
• Bi-national Commission programme: Coordinate working groups, implement project plans and prepare progress reports for the Binational Commission. Reporting: Compile minutes, progress reports and contribute to monthly, quarterly and annual reports. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Mandatory Minimum Requirements: A qualification at NQF Level 7 in Economics/ International Relations or International Law with an Economics focus. 3-5 years’ experience in international Relations or International Law in public or private sector environment.

DUTIES :

• Foreign trade research and analysis: Compile and analyse economic data, trends and developments; draft briefings and reports. Stakeholder management: Maintain relations with foreign governments and participate in interdepartmental meetings. Negotiations support: Provide technical inputs for negotiating positions and support stakeholder consultations. Programme coordination: Coordinate Binational Commission work, prepare progress reports and implement action plans. Reporting: Compile meeting minutes, progress reports and contribute to operational reporting. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Mandatory Minimum Requirements: A qualification at NQF Level 7 in Economic, International Law / International Relations or relevant qualifications. 3-5 years’ experience in Trade Research, international relations in public or private sector environment.

DUTIES :

• Research and analysis: Conduct research and compile briefing documents, position papers and reports to support multilateral engagements.
• Stakeholder management: Undertake consultations, participate in forums and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Negotiation support: Provide technical inputs and analytical support to negotiating teams and engage with relevant institutions.
• Advocacy and coordination: Provide helpdesk support on trade and investment matters and follow up on multilateral issues.
• Reporting: Compile meeting reports, travel reports and regular operational reports within agreed timeframes. 

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REQUIREMENTS : Mandatory Minimum Requirements:

• A qualification at NQF 6 in Secretarial Studies / Office Administration or Management / Public Administration / Business Administration as recognised by SAQA. 3–5 years of experience in rendering an office support service to Senior Management in a private or public environment.

DUTIES :

• Executive office management and coordination: Manage administrative operations of the DDG’s Office; supervise and coordinate support staff and maintain office systems and registers.
• Executive administrative support to the DDG: Manage and prioritise appointments and engagements; prepare pre-meeting briefing packs; draft and quality-assure correspondence and submissions.
• Strategic coordination of submissions and information flow: Screen and prioritise incoming documentation; ensure timely flow of submissions and confidential handling of sensitive matters.
• Meeting and governance support: Coordinate meetings chaired or attended by the DDG; compile meeting packs; record minutes and monitor implementation of decisions.
• Stakeholder liaison and communication management: Act as coordination point between the DDG’s Office, Ministry and internal/external stakeholders; coordinate responses to parliamentary and stakeholder enquiries.
• Financial and resource administration: Monitor the DDG Office budget and expenditure; prepare documentation for budget adjustments and liaise with CFO/Corporate services.
• Executive travel and event coordination: Arrange travel, prepare itineraries and briefing notes; liaise with travel agencies and manage protocol for international engagements.

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REQUIREMENTS : Mandatory Minimum Requirements:

• NQF Level 6 qualification in Public Administration or Business Administration/ Economic Science/ Law. 3-years’ relevant experience in an investigation and enforcement environment.

DUTIES :

• Complaints Handling: Handle complaints lodged with the Commission in line with established procedures and processes. Develop and implement fast-track procedures to attend to and resolve client complaints. Review complaints handling systems and provide recommendations for efficiency improvement. Conduct pro-active and reactive investigations and provide a report thereof.
• Database and Tracking System: Maintain and update the database and tracking system of complaints. Monitor compliance with turnaround times and submit weekly reports on delays. Ensure complainants are informed of reference numbers and progress.
• Screening and Analysis of Complaints: Implement methodologies for complaint screening and analysis. Categorise complaints and identify those for investigation or referral. Assess complaints for referral to higher authorities or other institutions.
• Alternative Dispute Resolution: Identify complaints suitable for alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Coordinate and maintain consistency in ADR processes and documentation. Record the number and nature of complaints resolved through ADR.
• Reporting and Administrative Support: Produce progress reports on work done as required. Perform administrative duties as allocated by the manager.

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REQUIREMENTS : Mandatory Minimum Requirements: Senior Certificate with a Secretarial Certificate or Diploma. 1-2 years' experience in a Secretarial or Office Management environment. 

DUTIES :

• Provides a secretarial/receptionist support service to the manager: Receive telephone calls, exercise discretion on call routing, finalize routine enquiries, perform advanced typing and operate office equipment. Record the manager’s engagements, manage appointment schedules and advise on the urgency of meeting requests.
• Renders administrative support services: Ensure the effective flow and safekeeping of information and documents, compile reports, respond to enquiries and draft documents as requested. Coordinate travel arrangements, prepare advances and S&T claims, handle accommodation bookings and process stationery and office requisitions.
• Provides support to manager regarding meetings: Scrutinise meeting documents, compile packs, prepare briefing notes, record minutes and follow up on decisions and actions. Coordinate logistical arrangements for meetings and staff/unit sessions.
• Supports the manager with the administration of the manager’s budget: Collect and coordinate budget documents, assist with MTEF inputs, monitor commitments and expenditure, and check BAS reports for correct allocation.
• Provide administrative and financial support of the office: Arrange Chief Directorate meetings, prepare annual schedules, support one-on-one meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, and monitor office expenditure. Order stationery and office equipment for the office: Ensure requisitions for goods and services are processed after prior approval and that the office is properly furnished. 

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REQUIREMENTS : Mandatory Minimum Requirements:

• Senior Certificate with a Secretarial Certificate or Diploma. 1-2 years' experience in a Secretarial or Office Management environment. 

DUTIES :

• Provides a secretarial/receptionist support service to the manager: Receive telephone calls, exercise discretion on call routing, finalize routine enquiries, perform advanced typing and operate office equipment. Record the manager’s engagements, manage appointment schedules and advise on the urgency of meeting requests. Renders administrative support services: Ensure the effective flow and safekeeping of information and documents, compile reports, respond to enquiries and draft documents as requested. Coordinate travel arrangements, prepare advances and S&T claims, handle accommodation bookings and process stationery and office requisitions.
• Provides support to manager regarding meetings: Scrutinise meeting documents, compile packs, prepare briefing notes, record minutes and follow up on decisions and actions. Coordinate logistical arrangements for meetings and staff/unit sessions. Supports the manager with the administration of the manager’s budget: Collect and coordinate budget documents, assist with MTEF inputs, monitor commitments and expenditure, and check BAS reports for correct allocation. Provide administrative and financial support of the office: Arrange Chief Directorate meetings, prepare annual schedules, support one-on-one meetings, prepare agendas and minutes, and monitor office expenditure. Order stationery and office equipment for the office: Ensure requisitions for goods and services are processed after prior approval and that the office is properly furnished.