The Competition Commission South Africa is hiring for various junior roles, and applications are invited.
Closing Date: Friday 14 June 2024 @ 17H00.
Location: Pretoria
Please read through this write-up to find out the available opportunities and a guide on How to Apply.
Careers at Competition Commission South Africa
Over and above operational requirements, the Competition Commission South Africa’s appointment will take into account the country’s and organisational Employment Equity imperatives. Female candidates will receive preference.
Diversity and Inclusion:
- Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply.
- The Competition Commission is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.
Available vacancies
Junior Analyst
Job Ref #: JA100004
Industry: Public Policy
Positions Available: 1
Description:
If you have an aptitude for investigating; research and analysis of complex economic or legal issues, and you are interested in joining our hard-working team of competition practitioners, then the Competition Commission’s Mergers and Acquisitions Division invites you to apply for the position of Junior Analyst.
The core function of a Junior Analyst is to investigate mergers and acquisitions, as part of a team and/or independently.
A starting annual total cost to company package of R 835 236,40 (Negotiable, commensurate with experience). Please note that this position is available on a five (5) year fixed-term contract, renewable.
Requirements:
Minimum Requirements:
We are looking for an individual who meets the following requirements:
- An Honours Degree in Economics or a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree.
- MUST have at least 2 years’ experience of which 1 year MUST be within Competition.
Other considerations:
- Practical work exposure to area of expertise will be further considered to balance against other requirements.
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to exercise sound judgment.
- Understanding and interest on competition matters.
Junior Investigator (Cartels) x2 posts
Job Ref #: J0200005
Industry: Public Policy
Positions Available: 2
Description: Cartels Investigators sought for a career in the dynamic field of competition law enforcement. The Cartels Division of the Competition Commission seeks to fill vacancies for Cartels Investigator.
If you are energetic and have an aptitude for investigations; research and analysis of complex economic or legal issues and are interested in joining our hard-working team of cartels investigators, then the Competition Commission invites you to apply for this challenging position.
A starting annual total cost to company package of R 835 236,40, (negotiable commensurate with experience). Please note that this position is available on a five (5) year fixed-term contract, renewable.
Skills and Experience:
We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and a committed individual who meets the following requirements:
- At least an Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent qualification and 1 – 3 years working experience in complex investigations. Experience in investigating competition law cases will be an added advantage.
- Ability to undertake complex investigations independently and within multidisciplinary teams; lead investigation teams; possess written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills; and stakeholder management skills.
- Working experience in information collection and analysis, both on a tactical and strategic level.
Other considerations:
- Practical work exposure to area of expertise will be further considered to balance against other requirements.
Investigator
Job Ref #: I0100006
Industry: Public Policy
Positions Available: 1
Description: If you are energetic and have an aptitude for investigation; prosecution, research and analysis of complex legal issues and are interested in joining our hard-working team of cartels investigators and prosecutors, the Competition Commission invites you to apply for the position of Investigator: Cartels Division.
A starting annual total cost to company package of R 977 036,51 (negotiable commensurate with experience). Please note that this position is available on a Five (5) year fixed-term contract, renewable.
Skills and Experience:
We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and a committed individual who meets the following requirements:
- A completed LLB Degree or equivalent qualification minimum
- A minimum of 4 – 6 years working experience in complex investigations and prosecutions.
- Experience in investigating and prosecuting competition law cases will be an added advantage.
- Ability to undertake complex investigations and prosecutions independently and within multidisciplinary teams; lead investigation and prosecution teams; possess written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills; and stakeholder management skills.
- Working experience in information collection and analysis, both on a tactical and strategic level.
Personality and Attributes
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.
- Be a Visionary. A strategic thinker.
- Have strong Interpersonal skills.
- Have transformational leadership skills.
- Change management skills.
Salaries and Benefits
- A competitive salary.
- A conducive, supportive, stimulating working environment.
- Exposure to excellent training opportunities.
- An opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the attainment of the Competition Commission’s vision 2030 of a Growing and inclusive Economy that serves all South Africans.
How to Apply
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 Competition Commission reserves the right not to fill this position subject to budget availability.
Closing Date: Friday 14 June 2024 @ 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 Competition 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. THE COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO PROCEED WITH THE APPOINTMENT OF ANY VACANT AND ADVERTISED POSITION.
