Analyst (Advocacy)

The Competition Commission South Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public-sector organization is seeking a dedicated individual to contribute to regulatory investigations and policy analysis within its framework. The role requires strong qualifications in law or social sciences and aims to support the objectives of the Competition Commission in ensuring fair competition. Candidates with practical experience in similar environments will have an advantage.

Qualifications

• Completed LLB or Honours Degree in Economics or Social Sciences required.
• Master's degree in Economics, Law or Social Sciences is an advantage.
• 3-4 years of experience in competition, public policy or legislative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting investigations regarding possible contraventions of the Act.
• Contribute to the implementation of the Competition Commission’s Strategic Plan.
• Act as a representative of the Commission when communicating with stakeholders.

Skills

Research

Information gathering

Analysis

Education

LLB or Honours Degree in Economics or Social Sciences

Masters Degree in Economics, Law or Social Sciences

Job description

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Key Responsibilities

The main responsibilities of the incumbent will, inter alia, include :

• Assist in conducting investigations regarding possible contraventions of the Act and relevant advocacy activities.
• Assist in conducting research and policy analysis of the regulatory landscape and make recommendations.
• Assist in conducting advocacy research and investigations to support the Competition Commission’s objectives.
• Act as a representative of the Commission within the framework of the Competition Act when communicating with business, consumers, employer / employee representatives and other government agencies.
• Contribute to the implementation of the Competition Commission’s Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan and the Division’s Business Plan.
• Contribute to the efficient administration of the Division through compliance of protocols, procedures and systems, including knowledge management.

Requirements

We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and a committed individual who meets the following requirements :

• A completed LLB or Honours Degree in Economics or Social Sciences.
• A Masters Degree in Economics, Law or Social Sciences added advantage
• At least 3 - 4 years’ experience in a competition, public policy or legislative environment.
• Ability to conduct research and undertake complex investigations within multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in information gathering and analysis.

Other considerations :

• Practical work exposure to area of expertise, such as sector regulation or competition law or economics, will be an added advantage.