Trade, Industry and Competition Vacancies

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DEPARTMENT OF TRADE, INDUSTRY AND COMPETITION

APPLICATIONS : can be submitted: Via e-mail to applications@thedtic.gov.za (Ref no. must

appear in subject-line – if no reference no. is provided the application may not
be considered), by post to The Director: Human Resources Management,
Private Bag X84, Pretoria, 0001; Hand-delivered to the dtic Campus, corner of
Meintjies and Robert Sobukwe Streets, Sunnyside, Pretoria.
CLOSING DATE : 15 April 2026
NOTE : The application must include a completed and signed new Z83 Form,
obtainable from any Public Service Department, the dtic website or on the

internet at www.gov.za, and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Applications received
that do not comply with this requirement will not be considered. Certified copies
of qualifications and Identity Document or any other relevant documents are to
be submitted by only shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the
interview date. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake
two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a
candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements

and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection
panel for Senior Management Services (SMS) positions will further recommend
candidates to attend a generic managerial competency-based assessment.
The Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela Programme) as
endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) must be completed
before an appointment on SMS level can be considered. The course is
available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the

full details can be sourced by the following
link:https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. No
appointment on SMS level will take place without the successful completion of
the pre-entry certificate and submission of proof thereof. Background
verification, social media checks and security vetting will form part of the
selection process and successful candidates will be subjected to security
vetting. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications

evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applications
received after the closing date will not be considered. Correspondence will be
limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 3
months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your
application was unsuccessful. the dtic reserves the right not to fill any
advertised position(s). the dtic is an equal opportunity and affirmative action
employer, and candidates whose appointment will promote representivity, will

be given preference.

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

POST 11/117 : DIRECTOR: ECONOMIC REGULATORY BODIES (COMPETITION
OVERSIGHT) (T&CB-020)
Re-advertised

Overview: To promote synergy between government economic development
policies and the functioning of competition authorities.

SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Sunnyside, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Aqualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by the SAQALaw/ Finance/ Public
Management/ Economics or relevant qualification. Experience: Minimum: 5

years’ experience at a middle / senior managerial level in an economic
environment in public/private sector. Key Requirements: Proven experience
overseeing or engaging with competition authorities or regulatory bodies.
Demonstrable experience in regulatory policy development, legislative review,
or regulatory interventions. Experience analysing and reporting on entity
performance, annual reports and strategic/APP documents. Experience in
stakeholder engagement and managing high-level consultations with

government, entities and industry. Monitoring & evaluation experience,
including designing M&E frameworks and producing evidence-based reports.
Experience preparing technical/regulator briefs, policypapers and
presentations for senior management. Project and programme management
experience, including tracking deliverables and managing multiple files.
Financial management experience (budget holder or input to budgets) and

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familiarity with programme-level budgeting (~R3m). People management
experience including supervision, task allocation and performance
management (direct reports). Strong analytical, research and report-writing
skills with the ability to synthesise regulatory evidence. Experience
coordinating inter-governmental or multi-stakeholder processes and

consultations. Computer literacy (MS Office) and experience maintaining
registers, databases or monitoring tools. Knowledge of the CompetitionAct and
related regulatory/policy frameworks, and public sector governance (PFMA,
Public Service Regulations).
DUTIES : Oversee and report on the performance of the competition authorities. Monitor
compliance of competition authorities with legislative requirements and
governance standards. Analyse strategic plans, APPs, quarterly and annual

reports and produce performance assessments. Coordinate regular
consultations with competition authorities to promote alignment and good
corporate governance. Prepare oversight reports and presentations for senior
management and oversight structures. Advice the department on the
regulatory interventions required Facilitate alignment of competition authorities’
mandates, planning and budgets with departmental priorities. Encourage
effective planning, budgeting and financial management within entities and

advice on corrective actions. Develop and review competition policy positions,
regulatory frameworks and, where applicable, initiate regulatory interventions.
Coordinate inputs to ensure delivery targets align with the Department’s APP.
Stakeholder management. Foster collaborations with stakeholders
(government departments, entities, industry and others) and manage strategic
engagements. Coordinate the dtic’s inputs to consultations, market inquiries
and policy dialogues to ensure policy coherence. Manage bilateral meetings,

forums and communication of findings, decisions and recommendations to
relevant stakeholders. Monitoring and Evaluation. Develop and implement
M&E frameworks for oversight programmes, investigations and regulatory
interventions. Monitor compliance with competition legislation, regulations and
policy directives across sectors and markets. Evaluate the effectiveness and
impact of enforcement actions and interventions and produce evidence-based
reports. Identify trends, risks and make recommendations to senior

management based on analytical findings. Directorate Management. Provide
strategic leadership and direction for the Directorate, assign tasks and monitor
pending actions. Manage staff supervision, training and development and
ensure quality assurance in workflow management. Provide inputs into APPs,
targets and budgets; monitor financial and operational risks and report
regularly to senior management.
ENQUIRIES : Ms K Xaluva, Tel No: 012 394 1563 / L Mdashe, 012 394 3103

NOTE : In terms of the dtic's EE requirements, preference will be given to African
males, White males and persons with disabilities.

POST 11/118 : DIRECTOR: LEGAL INTERNATIONAL TRADE & INVESTMENT (REF:
TRADE-082)
Overview: To provide legal advice on complex international trade and
investment negotiations, and on obligations and rights arising from

international agreements. To manage litigation on international trade and
investment disputes and to develop and review legislation related to
international trade administration, selected intellectual property rights, and
investment protection.

SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Sunnyside, Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Law. 5 years’ relevant
experience at a middle/senior managerial level in Law, Politics or Economics
environment. Key Requirements: Proven experience providing legal advice on
international trade and investment agreements. Experience drafting, legally
vetting and finalising negotiating positions and treaty texts. Experience leading
or participating in negotiating teams in bilateral, regional and multilateral fora
(e.g., WTO, AfCFTA, EPA). Experience managing and coordinating dispute

settlement processes under international agreements. Demonstrable research
and analytical skills with experience producing legal opinions, technical notes
and briefings. Experience coordinating inputs from internal branches, State
LawAdvisors and external counsel. Project and case management experience,
including managing multiple files to deadlines and quality standards.
Experience supervising legal staff and managing directorate reporting and

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budgets. Stakeholder engagement experience with government, parastatals,
industry and international partners. Excellent written and verbal communication
skills and proficiency with MS Office.
DUTIES : Strategies, policies and procedures: Manage the development and review of
international trade legal strategies, policies and procedures. Manage

implementation of policies and the development of legal frameworks for trade
administration, investment protection and selected IP legislation. Research
and Analysis: Manage quarterly legal and performance analysis on
international trade and investment matters. Provide legal research and
consolidate findings to inform negotiating positions and policy development.
Lead technical negotiations on trade, investment and dispute settlement:
Prepare draft texts and South African positions for investment and trade

negotiations in bilateral, regional and multilateral settings. Legally vet
negotiation texts (including IP and dispute settlement provisions) and
coordinate inputs from stakeholders. Manage disputes arising under
international trade and investment agreements. Stakeholder management:
Create platforms for continuous engagement with internal and external
stakeholders, including diplomatic counterparts and industry. Liaise and
network with relevant stakeholders and lead consultations to conclude

partnership agreements. Directorate Management: Manage financial and
human resources of the directorate, including supervision and staff
development. Oversee strategic planning and execution of the operational plan
for the directorate. Monitoring and Evaluation: Manage review of trade legal
policies and benchmark against international best practice. Provide support for
implementation of programmes and report on delivery and impact
ENQUIRIES : Ms K Xaluva,Tel No: 012 394 1563 / L Mdashe, 012 394 3103

NOTE : In terms of the dtic's EE requirements, preference will be given toAfrican male,
Coloured female and White male candidates as well as persons with
disabilities.

POST 11/119 : DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT (REF: CMSB-137)
Overview: To provide strategic leadership, tactical oversight, and operational
management of the Department’s ICT infrastructure environment that enables

the dtic to fulfil its mandate.

SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Sunnyside, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Qualification at NQF level 7 in Computer Science, Informatics, Computer
Engineering, or a relevant qualification. 5 years of relevant experience at a
middle/senior managerial level in an ICT environment. Key Requirements:

Senior managerial experience leading ICT infrastructure, platforms, and
operations (5+ years). Proven experience managing enterprise servers,
storage, networks (fixed & wireless), telephony, and end-user computing.
Experience in capacity planning, performance optimisation, backup, disaster
recovery, and business continuity. Experience managing SLAs, OLAs, and
vendor/service provider relationships (including SITA/GITOC). Experience in
infrastructure configuration, change, incident, and problem management.

Experience preparing technical and strategic inputs for MTEF, business plans,
and budget submissions. Experience managing large ICT programme budgets
and assets. Strong stakeholder engagement with executives, campus tenants,
SOEs, and other government entities. People management experience,
including building technical capability and managing multidisciplinary teams.
Knowledge of IT governance, security standards, Microsoft platform, operating
systems, and system administration.

DUTIES : Strategic Planning & Alignment: Lead multi-year infrastructure strategy and
roadmap; translate strategy into operational plans and KPIs. Provide inputs
into business planning, MTEF and budget processes, monitor implementation.
Infrastructure Platforms & Technology Management: Manage physical, virtual
and cloud server platforms, storage and databases. Oversee networks,
telephony, collaboration platforms and end-user device lifecycle management.

Service Management, Configuration & Performance: Govern configuration
management and infrastructure baselines; lead capacity planning and
performance optimisation. Manage incident, problem and change processes
and ensure effective backup, DR and business continuity services. Vendor,
SLA & Outsourcing Governance: Define and monitor SLAs/OLAs with external
providers and internal units; manage vendor performance and escalations.
Stakeholder Management: Engage executives, business units, SITA, GITOC,

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SSAand campus tenants; prepare infrastructure performance and governance
reports. Directorate Management & Capability Development: Manage financial
resources, assets and human resources of the directorate; promote innovation,
accountability and service excellence
ENQUIRIES : Ms K Xaluva, Tel No: 012 394 1563 / L Mdashe, 012 394 3103

NOTE : In terms of the dtic's EE requirements, preference will be given toAfrican males
and persons with disabilities.

OTHER POSTS

POST 11/120 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: EXPORT INFORMATION (REF: EDP&OIB-099)
Overview: To manage the development, coordination and implementation of

national export outreach, dissemination and information systems, market
intelligence products and trade opportunity services aimed at strengthening
exporters’ access to strategic market insights and resources, identifying global
trade opportunities, and supporting the expansion, diversification and
competitiveness of South Africa’s export base.

SALARY : R1 059 105 per annum (level 12) (All-inclusive remuneration package)

CENTRE : Sunnyside, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Economics,
International Trade, Business Management, Public Administration,
Development Studies or a relevant qualification. 3-5 years managerial
experience in implementing export development programmes or support
services, monitoring, evaluation and performance reporting within public or
private environment. Key Requirements: Proven managerial experience (3-5

years) leading export information, outreach, communication, and
dissemination related to trade intelligence and export development.
Experience managing national information systems, portals or databases and
ensuring data integrity and governance. Experience in managing national
systems, platforms or mechanisms for the monitoring, reporting and resolution
of Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs). Experience developing market intelligence
products (market briefs, national export guides) and packaging exporter

information. Experience sourcing, validating and managing international trade
opportunities/Leads and buyer–exporter matchmaking services. Experience
designing and implementing M&E frameworks, indicators and performance
reporting. Experience in stakeholder management with emerging exporters,
export councils, chambers, provincial agencies, diplomatic missions and
industry bodies. Experience managing budgets and programmes resources
(monitoring and recommending budget allocations). Proven people

management experience including supervision of ASD/TIA teams and staff
development. Experience coordinating system integration and interoperability
with partner platforms. Strong report-writing, presentation and communication
skills; proficiency in MS Office and data tools. Project management skills,
analytical capability and evidence-based decision making. Willingness to travel
domestically and internationally as required.

DUTIES : Manage Export Awareness and Outreach Programmes: Plan and manage an
annual calendar of export awareness and outreach activities. Coordinate
execution of outreach programmes and represent the department at export
events. Monitor, analyse and report on programme performance and
outcomes. Develop & Utilise Export Information Tools and Resources: Oversee
production and maintenance of National Export Guides, market briefings and
trade intelligence products. Manage design, enhancement and

operationalisation of the national export information hub (physical & digital).
Manage Trade Opportunities & Matchmaking Services: Manage sourcing,
validation and dissemination of international trade opportunities. Oversee
buyer–exporter matchmaking, quality assurance and verification of
exporter/buyer credentials. Manage National Exporters’ Database & Portals:
Govern the National Exporters’ Database, ensure data integrity, security and
interoperability with partner systems. Drive adoption through stakeholder

engagement, capacity building and platform promotion. Monitoring, Evaluation
& Reporting: Design M&E frameworks, conduct performance reviews and
compile evidence-based reports. Perform diagnostic assessments and
lessons-learned exercises to inform programme improvement. Stakeholder
Management, Aftercare & Partnerships. Build and maintain strategic
partnerships with export councils, chambers, diplomatic missions and industry.
Manage referrals, aftercare and escalation of exporter issues to relevant

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authorities. Sub-Directorate Management: Manage human, financial and other
resources; provide inputs to operational plans. Lead recruitment, performance
managemen...