Chief Director: Competition Oversight

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) was established in June 2019 through the merger of the Department of Economic Development (EDD) and the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti). The dtic’s mission is to promote structural transformation, facilitate investment and trade, and strengthen economic development in South Africa. The department aims to create a competitive and socially responsible business environment while improving the skills and capabilities of its workforce.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.