PORTS REGULATOR OF SOUTH AFRICA VACANCIES

​EXECUTIVE MANAGER: POLICY, STRATEGY AND RESEARCH
Total cost to company R2 067 179
This position reports to the Chief Executive Officer of the Ports Regulator of South Africa. The successful candidate must ensure that Policy, Strategy and Research is conducted to develop, execute and maintain appropriate economic regulatory framework for South Africa’s port infrastructure, facilities and services under the National Ports Authority (NPA) in fulfilment of the National Ports Act, Act 12 of 2005.
 
Position Purpose
• Develop, manage and monitor implementation of economic regulatory frameworks (tariff methodology, tariff strategy and regulatory accounts) for the Regulator
• Manage and lead the NPA tariff application process,
• Manage development of appropriate benchmarks for economic regulation and research to establish best practice in the economic regulation of Ports.
• Manage, conduct and apply regulatory standards for South Africa’s Port tariffs and structure
• Policy-oriented research to guide the development of regulatory strategy and policies for financing and management of port infrastructure and facilities provided by the Ports Authority and for the efficiency of SA ports.
• Develop and manage systems and procedures to effectively conduct the regulators economic and regulatory research.
• Develop and manage the PSR department’s budget, Annual Performance Plan and ensure operational plans are in line with budget.
• Manage and support employees in the execution of their duties, monitor and report on progress at various forums.
• Ensure the effective communication and implementation of approved policy and strategy to relevant stakeholders
 
The successful candidate must have:
• Master’s degree in Economics/Econometrics.
• 7-10 years in economic regulatory/government environment
• 7-10 year’s management experience of which 5 years should have been at Senior management level
• Knowledge of the economic analysis software and of the ports industry in general
• Good leadership, people management and good interpersonal skills with ability to engage with Executives, Board Members and Stakeholders.
• Good organisational and Planning Skills, good verbal and written communication skills, excellent research skills, experience in project management and report writing
• An understanding of management strategic, functional, operational, technical and related risks
• In-depth knowledge of applicable legislation, regulations and frameworks
• Knowledge of training methodologies, research methodologies and practices

​The Ports Regulator is an equal opportunity employer.
 
The position will be based in Durban and will entail travel. Competitive remuneration packages will be offered to the successful applicant commensurate with their qualifications and experience within the regulatory environment and the Regulator’s policies. The Ports Regulator is an equal opportunity employer with clear employment equity targets. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will assist in meeting the organisations EE targets. Therefore white male/female, coloured male/female are encouraged to apply.
Ports Regulator reserves the right to not fill any position.
 
Note: Candidates may be subject to a round of internal testing together with criminal checks and a security clearance. The Ports Regulator reserves the right not to fill any vacancy.
 
Applications must consist of the following: • A comprehensive letter of application which includes: * Position is being applied for * Notice periods required in current position * Date of availability to commence employment * Employment Equity status * Residence status (RSA citizen, etc) • A complete CV attached thereto, which includes: * Thorough academic and work history * Languages spoken and proficiency * Responsibilities in each position held • A copy of the Identity Document •Certified copies of Senior certificate and other qualifications not older than 6 months.
 
Contact recruitment@portsregulator.org for any enquiries.
 
Forward your application, clearly stating the position for which you are applying, in the e-mail subject title, to: recruitment@portsregulator.org by no later than 23 February 2025. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
 
Note: By submitting your application, you give consent to the Ports Regulator in processing your personal information for the recruitment purposes.