NATIONAL CREDIT REGULATOR (NCR) VACANCIES

The NCR invites applications from suitable candidates for the following position.
 
 Applications Developer & Support x2 
Paterson Grade: C-Lower 
Salary ranges from R 159 100 – R 302 300 maximum 
Requirements:
▪ The successful candidate will hold a relevant Degree/National Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science/ Information Systems or equivalent coupled with at least 3-4 years’ experience in ICT applications development, implementation, support and maintenance / enhancements environment. 
 
Duties:
▪ Evaluating and analysing user requests and business requirements to develop applications within the MS Windows environment. 
▪ Developing business applications in line with SDLC and Agile methodologies and ensure it meets business requirements. 
▪ Analysing, developing, deploying, maintaining and supporting existing and new applications/systems. 
▪ Build and develop SQL databases which under pin the systems and perform data backup and migration. 
▪ Perform unit and integration testing and fix bugs or defects on business applications. 
▪ Assisting in user acceptance testing on the developed / changes on existing business applications. 
▪ Preparing detailed design flow charts (process flow) which show the logical operations and steps of the system and from which the program code will be built to meet the desired outcomes. 
▪ Document applications built in terms of program development, logic, coding and corrections. 
▪ Investigate, analyse and document reported defects (root cause analysis). 
▪ Assist in developing user, training manual and training user for new implemented business applications. 
▪ Research on components that can be used in the development environment. 
 
Knowledge:
▪ Applications development using C#, VB.Net,ASP.NET Web-forms, XML, MVC, HTML and other software development tools. 
▪ Knowledge of SQL Server, MySQL and Ms Access. 
▪ Report writing using Ms SQL report services. 
▪ Data analysis using SQL Server integration services. 
▪ Project management methodologies and life cycle. 
▪ Agile methodologies and life cycle. 
▪ Knowledge of SDLC. 
▪ Web and windows Services development (APIs), Service Oriented Architecture and UML. 
▪ Microsoft dynamics 2016 - Great Plains. 
▪ Integrate new software with existing systems. 
▪ Evaluate and identify new technologies for implementation. 
▪ Support, maintain and document software functionality. 
▪ File Transfer Protocol monitoring. 
 
Skills:
▪ Communication skills. 
▪ Experience in application design by utilizing SDLC and Agile. 
▪ Systems and business analysis. 
▪ Competent in project management support activities. 

 
Closing date: 15 June 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: ITADS/06/23

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The NCR invites applications from suitable candidates for the following position:
 
INSPECTOR – INVESTIGATIONS AND ENFORCEMENT
Paterson Grade: C- Upper
Salary ranges from R253 900 – R482 400 maximum
 
Requirements:
▪ The successful candidate must hold a 3-year Legal Degree and/or an Investigations related degree with at least 4 years working experience. Credit Industry, Regulatory compliance experience and an understanding of debt counselling will be an added advantage.
▪ A valid code B driver’s licence with own vehicle is essential as well as the willingness to travel.
 
Duties:
▪ Conducting investigations and monitoring of compliance with the National Credit Act and other relevant legislation.
▪ Drafting investigation mandates and reports.
▪ Questioning witnesses and conducting research.
▪ Providing information to obtain search warrants.
▪ Obtain search warrants
▪ Assessment of evidence collected and drafting of investigation reports
▪ Interpreting the National Credit Act
▪ Providing witness testimony in the National Consumer Tribunal and Courts.
▪ Keeping up to date with the latest relevant decisions of Tribunal and Courts.
 
Technical Skills:
▪ Excellent report writing ability.
▪ Evaluative and problem-solving skills.
▪ Interpretative skills and ability to apply the law to facts.
▪ Strong background in the law of evidence and court procedure.
▪ Good computer skills.
▪ Understanding of the South African consumer credit market.
▪ Excellent communication skills.
 
Personal Competencies:
▪ Presentable, professional, and confident.
▪ Well-spoken with good communication and listening skills.
▪ Must have strong personal and professional ethics with high levels of integrity.
▪ Focused and disciplined as well as results given.
 
 
Closing Date: 15 June 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 shortlisted candidates. The National Credit Regulator reserves the right not to make an appointment.
 
Ref: IEI/06/23
 
 
 
 

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The NCR invites applications from suitable candidates for the following position:
 
JUNIOR LEGAL ADVISOR- INVESTIGATIONS & ENFORCEMENT
Paterson Grade: C- Lower
Salary ranges from R159 100 – R302 300 maximum
 
Requirements:
▪ The successful candidate must hold an LLB Degree or an equivalent legal degree with a minimum of 2 - 3 years’ post-graduation working experience within a financial, regulatory and/or legal environment.
▪ Admission as an Attorney or Advocate as well as Credit Industry experience will be added advantage.
 
Duties:
▪ Drafting of pleadings and legal opinions.
▪ Assessing investigations reports and advising on enforcement action.
▪ Preparing and presenting cases at the National Consumer Tribunal and/or Courts.
▪ Liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
▪ Conducting research on legal issues concerning the consumer credit industry.
▪ Provide administrative and legal support to the department.
▪ Duties will also include the service and filing of documents where necessary.
 
Technical Skills:
▪ Understanding of court processes.
▪ Ability to make decisions, give direction and take accountability.
▪ Administrative, research, and negotiation skills will be an added advantage.
▪ Knowledge of the National Credit Act and related legislation will be an added advantage.
▪ Knowledge of debt counselling procedure and provisions will be added advantage.
▪ Computer literacy and drafting skills.
 
Personal Competencies:
▪ Presentable, professional, and confident.
▪ Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment and manage conflict
▪ Focused and disciplined as well as results given.
▪ Well-spoken with good communication and listening skills.
▪ Flexible and innovative.
▪ Must have strong personal and professional ethics with high levels of integrity.
 
 
Closing Date: 15 June 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: IJLA/06/23

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The NCR invites applications from suitable candidates for the following position:
 
SENIOR LEGAL ADVISOR- INVESTIGATIONS AND ENFORCEMENT (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
Paterson Grade: D-Lower
Salary ranges from R405 200 – R769 900 maximum
 
Requirements:
▪ The suitable candidate must hold a four-year legal degree (LLB / BProc) Degree and must be an admitted attorney or advocate with substantial commercial litigation experience.
▪ 5 years post admission litigation experience will be an added advantage.
▪ 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 teamwork.
• 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: 15 June 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/06/23