Job Description

The Advocacy Division at the Competition Commission South Africa ("Commission") is responsible for the promotion of competition through non-enforcement means. It focuses on ensuring a pro-competition legislative, policy and regulatory environment, promoting awareness of compliance with the Competition Act and resolving competition concerns through non enforcement means
This individual will lead and provide guidance to a team comprising of Senior Analysts, Analysts and Junior Analysts. In addition to driving projects and cases, the individual will work with the executive on the strategic planning and general management of the Division.
A starting annual total cost to company package of R 1 862 650,39 (negotiable commensurate with experience)
Please note this position is available on a five-year fixed term contract.
The successful incumbent will drive the Commission's advocacy in various sectors and markets. If you are a thought-leader with an appetite for analysing complex economic or legal issues and ideas on economic policy matters, please share your profile with us.
Key Accountabilities
The main responsibilities of the incumbent will, amongst other, include: to

• Design and lead sectoral and thematic advocacy projects and research, end-to-end, to promote the objectives of the Commission.
• Provide thought leadership and expertise in priority areas and priority sectors of the Commission.
• Advise and advocate on competition issues arising in Government legislation/ regulation.
• Oversee teams of investigators in case investigations (preliminary investigations/ screening).
• Advise and support the Divisional Manager with stakeholder management- this includes leading stakeholder engagements, making presentations, facilitating workshops, training sessions and meetings.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the Commission's Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan and the Division's Business Plan.
• Contribute to the efficient administration of the Advocacy Division through the development and/or implementation (and compliance) of protocols, procedures and systems, including knowledge management, the management of the Competition Commission's resources and management of staff.
• Actively participate in governance committees and in middle management decision- making forums.

We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and a committed individual who presents the following skills and experience:

• Master's Degree or equivalent in Law, Economics or Social Sciences.
• 8 - 10 years + relevant related working experience, including proven experience working in and leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience in Competition Law/Economics will be an advantage.
• Proven project management experience.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, negotiation and ability to manage relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience overseeing screening or case classification processes in a regulatory or enforcement environment will be a strong advantage
• Proven track record in policy advocacy and policy analysis
• Strong analytical skills and experience in investigating cases and/or managing research

Other considerations:

• Practical work exposure to area of expertise will be further considered to balance against other requirements.

Competencies and Skills
The incumbent must the demonstrate following competencies and skills:

• Research and analytical skills.
• Writing, drafting and presentation skills.
• Diplomacy, negotiation skills and ability to communicate and manage relationships with members of the public and with senior level/ c-suite stakeholders.
• Project management skills.
• Strategic decision-making skills.
• Planning and organising.
• Persuasion and networking skills.

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

• Fit with the Commissions Values (Communication, Ownership, Making a difference, Professionalism, Employee Welfare, Teamwork, Efficiency.
• Be a Visionary. A strategic thinker.
• Have strong Interpersonal skills.
• Have transformational leadership skills.
• Have change management skills.

We offer:

• An opportunity for you to actively participate in reaching the objectives of building an efficient, functioning, free and fair economy for all South Africans.
• Exposure to excellent training opportunities.
• An opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the attainment of the Commission's Vision 2030 of a Growing, Deconcentrated and Inclusive Economy that serves all South Africans.

Employment Equity:

• Over and above operational requirements, our appointment will consider the country's and organisational Employment Equity imperatives.

Diversity and Inclusion:

• Persons living with disability are encouraged to apply.
• The Commission is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Application Process:

• All international qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA accreditation certificate.
• Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo psychometric assessments.
• The successful candidate will be vetted for security purposes.
• The Commission reserves the right not to fill this position subject to budget, organisational priorities and other considerations.

Closing Date: 14 November 2025 at 17h00
If you meet all the criteria above and are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference to our economy, then look no further than the Commission! We look forward to receiving your comprehensive CV.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. COMMUNICATION WILL BE LIMITED TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.

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