FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC, SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS VACANCIES

​NOTE : Directions to applicants: Applications must be submitted on a new Z.83 form (applications submitted on the old Z83 forms will not be considered), obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies and must be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV only (separate application for every vacancy). Applicants are requested to complete the Z83 form properly and in full. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are posted, or hand delivered timeously. Candidates who possess foreign qualifications and/or short course certificates must take it upon themselves to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), and proof of the level of their qualifications after evaluation will be required when shortlisted. E-mailed applications will be considered. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification of appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Please take note that communication will only be limited to short-listed candidates. The Department reserves the right not to appoint. Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Kindly take note that the email size limit is 4MB. You are therefore kindly requested to send documents separately, should they exceed the allowed limit,

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TRADE ADVISOR: INVESTIGATIONS REF NO: DESTEA 02/07/25 
SALARY : R397 116 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Degree in Bcom Law/ Bachelor of Law (LLB) or related field. Three years’ experience within consumer-related issues. A valid driver’s license. Ability to interpret and apply policies and guidelines, preferably in consumer legislative framework. Knowledge of the Consumer Protection legislation, in particular Consumer Protection Act. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Investigate alleged unfair business practices suffered by the consumers and mediate the two parties (consumer and business) at the Consumer Court; i.e continuously engage with suppliers and consumers about the case lodged, implement the five key steps of investigation and close the case after being resolved. Advise consumers on the possibility of winning the cases as well as the financial implications, therefore. In instances where the business does not comply with the outcomes of the case, present the merits of the case to the Enforcement component for further handling. Provide reports monthly, quarterly on cases resolved and outstanding cases as well as the summary of the outcomes to the Head of Department. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Adv. R Pitso at 064 805 4466 
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be hand delivered or sent via email to recruitment1@destea.gov.za and quote the reference number for the abovementioned position on the subject line (email) when applying. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
TRADE ADVISOR: CONSUMER EDUCATION AND RESEARCH REF NO: DESTEA 03/07/25 
SALARY : R397 116 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Degree in Bcom Law/ Bachelor of Law (LLB) or related field. Three years’ experience within consumer-related issues. A valid driver’s license. Ability to interpret and apply policies and guidelines, preferably in consumer legislative framework. Knowledge of the Consumer Protection legislation, in particular Consumer Protection Act. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Conduct information sessions and awareness campaigns on all the issues relating to Consumer rights. Contribute to the development of Consumer educational materials and ensure efficient and effective dissemination of the material to the Consumers, Business and Stakeholders. Conduct research on issues relating to Consumer right and advise the department on the latest information available that can be utilised when conducting Consumer education. Work closely with academic institutions so as to ensure that consumer education becomes part of the curriculum. Based on the research conducted and the recommendations made to the Department, contribute to the development and amendment of the Consumer Affairs. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Adv. R Pitso at 064 805 4466 
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be hand delivered or sent via email to recruitment1@destea.gov.za and quote the reference number for the abovementioned position on the subject line (email) when applying. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
TRADE ADVISOR: ENFORCEMENT REF NO: DESTEA 04/07/25 
SALARY : R397 116 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A Degree in Bcom Law/ Bachelor of Law (LLB) or related field. Three years’ experience within consumer-related issues. A valid driver’s license. Ability to interpret and apply policies and guidelines, preferably in consumer legislative framework. Knowledge of the Consumer Protection legislation, in particular Consumer Protection Act. Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Coordinate Conciliation Hearing between the aggrieved Consumer and the Business (Defendant). Develop and update the database on sheriffs for each magistrate court in different cities of the country. Assist the Prosecutor with compiling all the necessary information required for each file in preparation of the Consumer Affairs Court Sitting. Compile reports on all cases that appeared before the Consumer Affairs Court. Ensure that accounts on return of service (selective bodies which participate in the Consumer Affairs Court) are paid. Render administrative support function to the division. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Adv. R Pitso at 064 805 4466 
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be hand delivered or sent via email to recruitment2@destea.gov.za and quote the reference number for the above-mentioned position on the subject line (email) when applying.