This vacancy has closed. It closed on 10 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CONSUMER PROTECTION
Department of Economic Development and Tourism
- Reference number
- DEDEAT/2026/06/11
- Salary
- R487 197– R573 897 per annum (Level 9)
- Centre
- Bhisho
- Province
- Eastern Cape
- Closing date
- 10 July 2026
- Circular
- No 22 of 2026
Requirements
National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma NQF level 6 in Consumer Science / Consumer Affairs/ Law /Relevant Qualification. 3 years experience at supervisory level or SL7/8. The following skills, knowledge, and attributes are required: Eastern Cape Consumer Protection Act, Consumer Protection Act etc. Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Act, Treasury Regulation Problem Analysis, Influence, Communication, Interpersonal Relations and Networking, Time Management, Planning and Organising, Report Writing. A valid driver’s licence is required.
Duties
Manage and co-ordinate the development and the implementation of a targeted provincial consumer awareness strategy by districts and stakeholders. Oversee and coordinate the escalation of unresolved or systemic complaints to the Consumer Protector and relevant regulatory bodies and provide guidance to district offices on escalation protocols. Manage and direct the development and maintenance of an effective and efficient administration system to manage consumer protection initiatives and complaints. Supervise administrative and related functions
Enquiries
Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383 / Mr. P. Makhele at 078 801 5909 For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za
Note
Employment Equity Target: Coloured Female
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 22 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 26 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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