NATIONAL CREDIT REGULATOR (NCR) VACANCIES

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The NCR invites applications from suitable candidates for the following position:
 
PROCUREMENT OFFICER
Paterson Grade: C-Lower
Salary ranges from R159 100 – R302 300 maximum
 
Requirements:
Education
 The purpose of this role is to provide support to the Procurement department as whole, as well as enabling the service delivery to the NCR. The candidate must have a three (3) year tertiary qualification in supply chain, logistics, financial category coupled with three (3) years’ public sector procurement relevant experience. The position requires a high level of integrity and ethics. CIPS membership would be an advantage.
 
Duties:
 Ensure the execution and implementation of the procurement policies and procedures within the NCR in line with the relevant governance frameworks and legislation.
 To provide supply chain management service and support to all departments within the NCR.
 Ensure that the end-to-end bidding process (Specification, Evaluations) is complied with
NCR’s policies and all legislations.
 To verify all NCR procurement processes for compliance.
 Conduct day to day procurement activities including RFQ’s, RFP’s, RFI’s
 To respond to audit queries.
 Perform compliance review (including accuracy and completeness) of all transactions facilitated by the Administrator and office coordinators as per the NCR policies and procedures.
 Compile BBBEE reports and ensure readiness for verification.
 Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual procurement reports.
 To maintain all SCM register
 Perform pre-qualification procedures, capturing of all scores for all tenders.
 
Knowledge:
 Detailed working knowledge of the PPPFA, SCM regulations from the National Treasury and BBBEE requirements.
 In depth knowledge of procurement processes and standards.
 PFMA.
 Treasury regulations.
 Stakeholder management.
 Contracts management.
 Report writing.
 Tender processing.
 Evaluation and Adjudication.
 
Skills:
 High level of numerical accuracy skills.
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 Effective planning and time management.
 Interpersonal relations.
 Computer skills.
 Ability to handle pressure and deadline driven. 
 Strong negotiation skills. 
 Assertiveness. 
 Obtaining of order acknowledgements from suppliers. 
 Checking conformance specifications for accuracy (Requisition to supplier Quote). 
 Checking conformance specifications for accuracy (Supplier confirmation to our requisition).
 
 
Closing Date: 9 March 2023 
 
The National Credit Regulator is an equal opportunity organisation which offers competitive market related packages. Suitable persons should send a detailed CV quoting the relevant reference number to: COM-recruitment@ncr.org.za
 
Correspondence will only be entered into with short listed candidates. The National Credit Regulator reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
 
Ref: FPO/3/23
 
 
 

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SENIOR LEGAL ADVISOR: INVESTIGATION AND ENFORCEMENT
Paterson Grade: D-Lower
Salary ranges from R405 200 – R769 900 maximum
 
Requirements:
 The suitable candidate must hold a four (4) year legal degree (LLB / BProc) Degree and must be an admitted attorney or advocate with substantial commercial litigation experience.
 The suitable candidate must have at least 5 years post admission litigation experience.
 The suitable candidate must have knowledge of debt counselling practices and processes.
 The suitable candidate must have a minimum of five (5) years relevant working experience in a financial, regulatory or legal environment.
 A minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory role will be an added advantage.
 Experience working within the credit industry will serve as an added advantage.
 Insolvency procedure knowledge and experience will serve as an added advantage.
 
Duties:
 The successful candidate will deal with litigation matters, which will include complex and contentious matters, on behalf of the Investigations and Enforcement Department within the National Consumer Tribunal, High Court, SCA and Constitutional Court.
 Assessment of investigation reports and evidence.
 Drafting of pleadings and/or the necessary enforcement action on behalf of the NCR  Representation and litigation of matters on behalf of the NCR and the Department at the National Consumer Tribunal and/or Courts.
 Provide support to the Investigations and Enforcement Manager in ensuring the department achieves its targets.
 Handle complex complaints and enquiries referred by the Manager of the Department / Exco as and when required.
 Oversee the enforcement team (Junior and – Legal Advisors) by providing technical inputs as well as monitoring performance.
 Review of drafts and pleadings submitted by the enforcement team.
 Providing guidance/training to inspectors, legal advisors, internal and external stakeholders.
 Liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
 Contract Management and review of performance in line with service level agreements.
 Provide effective legal advice in respect of the NCA and other relevant legislation.
 Weekly, monthly and quarterly report compilation of departmental performance.
 Assist with development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
 Legal Risk detection.
 Participate in appropriate committees as and when required and provide the necessary legal inputs.
 Draft and review Terms of Reference, Memorandums, Contracts, Service Level Agreements, Tenders, Settlement Agreements and Opinions.
 Conduct research on legal matters impacting the NCA to ensure improved regulatory dispensation.
 Budget monitoring.
 Investigations and Report compilation when required to do so.
 Ensure timeous delivery of agreed outcomes.
 
Technical Skills: 
 Knowledge of the National Credit Act and civil court procedures. 
 At least 5 years’ post admission litigation experience. 
 Good understanding of the South African Consumer Credit Market. 
 Supervisory skills. 
 Leadership skills. 
 Excellent writing ability. 
 Evaluative and problem solving skills. 
 Computer literate and administrative skills. 
 Strong interpretative skills. 
 Research and presentative skills. 
 Contract Management Skills. 
 Time Management. 
 
Personal Competencies: 
 Presentable, professional and confident while being diplomatic and tactful. 
 Critical thinking. 
 Dependable. 
 Ability to make decisions, give direction, provide solutions, take accountability and accept criticism or corrections. 
 Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment, manage conflict and promote team work. 
 Focused and disciplined as well as results driven. 
 Well-spoken with good communication and listening skills. 
 Flexible and innovative. 
 Negotiation skills. 
 Must have strong personal and professional ethics with high levels of integrity. 
 Must be able to work under immense pressure. 
 Must be willing to travel if and when required. 
 Supportive skills. 
 Strong service oriented.
 
 
Closing date: 9 March 2023 
 
The National Credit Regulator is an equal opportunity organisation which offers competitive market related packages. Suitable persons should send a detailed CV and cover letter quoting the relevant reference number to: COM-recruitment@ncr.org.za
 
Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The National Credit Regulator reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
 
Ref: SLAI/03/23