Administrator Job Opportunity in Pretoria at The Competition Commission |R50000 p/m

The Competition Commission seeks to appoint an individual to provide administrative support services to the Market Inquiry Division. The Market Inquiry Administrator will assist the Divisional Manager and technical teams with project management and administrative matters arising from the conduct of market inquiries undertaken by the Division, to ensure that all market inquiries are conducted efficiently and professionally.

The Market Inquiry Administrator will be expected to operate independently, and to identify and resolve any challenges that may result in delays in market inquiries. The Market Inquiry Administrator will also be expected to procure, manage, and coordinate project resources.

A starting annual total cost to company package of R623 980.03 (negotiable commensurate with experience)

Please note this position is available on a five-year fixed term contract, renewable.

Key Accountabilities

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

• Assist the Divisional Manager to direct, manage and support the Market Inquiry Division, including managing the Divisional Manager’s diary, convening various meetings with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Divisional Manager, preparing agendas and taking/ recording minutes when required.
• Provide administrative support to technical teams within the Market Inquiry Divisions, including planning travel and overseeing logistics as required, facilitating and arranging public hearings, typing and copying documents as required.
• Ensure all the relevant market inquiry documents are uploaded on the Case Management System.
• Assist the Divisional Manager in compliance with the relevant statutory requirements applicable to market inquires, including the publication of relevant communications and documents (such as market inquiry reports and legal notices).
• Assist the Divisional Manager in compliance with the relevant policies and procedures of the Competition Commission, including compliance with performance management timelines, leave and supply chain management processes.
• Assist with the management of budget allocated to the Market Inquiry Division, including ensuring invoices are proceeded timeously, facilitating payment of claims submitted by the market inquiry teams; monitoring spend against budget.

Requirements

Skills and Experience

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

• Diploma or Degree in Secretarial or Office Administration or para-legal qualification or any other equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years relevant experience.
• Computer literacy and effective communication skills are essential.
• Must be able to work in a multi-disciplinary team with minimum supervision.
• Be able to work under pressure and have a strong administrative background.
• Experience in managing or assisting in the management of complex projects.
• Experience is managing or assisting in management of financial documents, including invoices, procurement documents, and project budget.
• Experience in drafting procedures or processes for new units or teams would be an advantage.
• Experience in stakeholder communication.

Other considerations:

• Extended and/or erratic working hours may be required.
• Travel may be a requirement.

Competencies and skills:

• Understanding of relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks.
• Understanding of registry regulatory requirements and rules.
• Understanding of governance, compliance and integrated reporting.
• Understanding of risk and audit management processes.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Ability to manage diverse stakeholders.
• Computer skills
• Customer service orientation
• Flexibility
• Honesty and integrity
• Teamwork and co-operation skills
• Time management skills

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.

We offer:

• 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.

Employment Equity:

• Over and above operational requirements, our appointment will take into account the country’s and organisational Employment Equity imperatives.

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.

Closing Date: 31 January 2025 @ 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 RECEIVED TRHOUGH THE APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEM WILL BE ACCEPTED. FEEDBACK WILL BE LIMITED TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY. 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.