Regulatory Advisor

Reference Number	2301/CK/RegAdv/AG/0212/Midrand
Job Title:	Regulatory Advisor
Location:	Midrand
Job Level:	4 (Lower)
Reports To:	EHOD: Market Regulation
Advert release date:	14 February 2012
No. of Positions Available:	1
Response Deadline:	21/2/2012
Objectives:	To manage and administer part of the Market Regulation portfolio within Vodacom (Pty) Ltd as coordinated with EHOD: Market Regulation, always in Vodacom's best interest and in accordance with world class standards.
Key Outputs:	Assist in the internal approval process with regards to new and amended products and services, which will involve attending and initiating meetings, analysing, commenting on and circulating P & S documents for comment within the regulatory group. Give regulatory assistance as and when necessary and address general queries regarding products and services from a regulatory perspective. Checking and vetting of products and services brochures and other publications for regulatory correctness before publication. Identify and analyse legislation, regulatory interventions and policy developments in regulatory frameworks. Assist with the preparation of written submissions and policy arguments representing Vodacom’s position and response to regulatory, legislative and other administrative processes or actions. Conduct research and draft regulatory opinions as and when necessary. Reporting for the division. Attend to all Retail Tariff Lodgement tasks which include: - Amendment and lodgement of tariff plans. This involves the drafting and amending of tariff plans and related correspondence as well as lodging and communicating with the regulator. - Address any questions.
Competencies:	Skills: Aptitude to understand and analyse products and services including technical aspects thereof Numerical skills Analytical skills Communication skills, both written and verbal Interpersonal skills Planning and organising skills Time management skills Knowledge: South African telecommunications environment Interpretation of statutes Administrative law Telecommunications Law Competition law Convergence legislation Product, service and tariff structuring Technical knowledge of communications, products Competencies: Analysing Presenting and Communicating Information Writing and Reporting Adhering to Principles and Values Learning and Researching Planning and Organising Applying Expertise and Technology Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
Requirements:	A successful and proven track record with a minimum of 5 years working experience at any professional firm; i.e. a reputable firm of attorneys/accountants/consultants, or Blue Chip Company, or in a regulatory products and services division of an operator or regulator. 3 year Law or BCom degree, equivalent or combination thereof (essential). Economics will be an advantage.
Other:	PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR CV IS COMPLETE & COMPREHENSIVE. INCOMPLETE CV’S WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. *Please note that the onus lies with the candidate to provide Vodacom with substantial evidence to prove that his/her qualification is equivalent to the required NQF (National Qualifications Framework) level for the specific position.
Employment Equity:	The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer we actively encourage and welcome people with disabilities to apply for job opportunities.