Executive Personal Assistant (Grade 8) to the Commissioner

We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and committed individual who meets the following requirements: A completed NQF Level 6 qualification in Office Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or related. A completed NQF Level 7 qualification will be an added advantage. A minimum of 10 years’ senior executive personal assistant or executive-office coordination experience, including at least 4 years demonstrated experience supporting a CEO, Commissioner, Board Chair, Executive Committee or equivalent. Proven ability to oversee and manage the complex operations of a senior executive’s office. Experience in managing complex logistics, schedules and travel Experience in managing budgets, tracking expenses and preparing expense reports, with knowledge of billing, invoicing and reconciliation processes in collaboration with relevant departments. Strong attention to detail with experience in reviewing and ensuring the quality and accuracy of documents prior to executive review. Stakeholder coordination experience, acting as a liaison between the executive and internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound independent judgement, manage competing organisation-wide priorities, coordinate stakeholders across divisions, and handle highly confidential governance and strategic information. Demonstrated ability to proactively identify and resolve issues practically and deal with a variety of variables in situations where limited standardisation exists. Advanced proficiency in the MS Office Suite. Excellent planning, organising and time-management skills. Flexibility to work overtime and/or irregular hours. Ability to handle fast paced high-pressure environment. Familiarity with public sector protocol as well as governance, procurement and strategic planning legislation, regulations and frameworks is an added advantage. Personality and Attributes: Over and above well-developed technical skills in your specialisation areas, the incumbent must demonstrate, inter alia: Fit with the Commission’s Values – Communication, Ownership, Making a difference, Professionalism, Employee Welfare, Teamwork and Efficiency. Sound independent judgment, discretion and integrity. A high level of integrity and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality. A task-oriented approach while being simultaneously proactive and responsive. Excellent organisational, project management and time-management skills. Strong attention to detail. Problem-solving ability. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills. The ability to manage competing priorities in a highly pressurised executive environment. The ability to communicate confidently and professionally across different levels of the organisation and with external stakeholders. We offer: A competitive compensation structure A conducive, supportive, stimulating working environment An opportunity for you to actively participate inthe attainment of the Commission's vision 2030 of a Competitive, Dynamic, Deconcentrated and inclusive Economy that serves all South Africans. The opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the dynamic and growing field of competition law in South Africa Exposure to excellent local and international training opportunities in the field of competition economics and law Employment Equity: Over and above operational requirements, our appointment will take into account the country’s and organisational Employment Equity imperatives. Diversity and Inclusion: Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply. The Competition Commission is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Application Process: All international qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA accreditation certificate. Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo psychometric assessments. The successful candidate will be vetted for security purposes. The Commission reserves the right not to fill this position subject to budget, organisational priorities and other considerations Closing Date: 26 September 2026 at 17h00 . PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. COMMUNICATION WILL BE LIMITED TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY. THE COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO PROCEED WITH THE APPOINTMENT OF ANY VACANT AND ADVERTISED POSITION.