Job Description
The Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (MCCAA) invites applications for the post of Director (Inspectorate and Cartel Investigations).
Overall Purpose of Position
- To assist the Director General in advising the Board of Governors on all matters falling under their competence and is expected to assist in the promotion of the MCCAA mission statement and to respect and implement the policies established by the Board of Governors;
- To ensure that the responsibilities of the department, as provided for under the pertinent legislation, are met;
- To develop the necessary strategies for the performance of the department, in view of the responsibilities of the Authority;
- To actively work towards meeting targets established by the Authority.
Main Accountabilities and Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be expected to:
- Assist the Director General (Competition) in the performance of their duties and responsibilities according to Cap. 510 of the laws of Malta, namely in the day-to-day operational requirements of the Inspectorate and Cartel Investigations directorate;
- Lead, assign and oversee investigations in terms of their effect on the structure of competition;
- Assist in the assessment of concentrations between undertakings in terms of their effect on the structure of competition on the market as may be necessary;
- Study and keep under review markets as may be necessary and recommend action where required;
- Encourage undertakings and associations of undertakings to comply with Competition Law and promote sound trading practices;
- Provide advice to public authorities about the competition implications of proposals for legislation;
- Assist in ensuring that the quality system of MCCAA is implemented and maintained in accordance with the requirements of SM EN ISO 9001:2015 and any applicable amendments;
- Contribute to and participate in pertinent meetings at EU and international level as and when required;
- Manage and implement EU-funded projects aimed towards achieving the established targets;
- Ensure that the transposition of EU legislation under the department remit is done in a timely manner so that the Authority effectively responds to changes when necessary;
- Carry out effectively any other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Director General (Competition) and the Chairperson’s Office.
Working Conditions
- The nature of this position requires the employee to work a 40-hour workweek;
- Expected to work flexible hours in order to meet accountabilities and attend meetings outside office hours;
- Expected to maintain oneself abreast with best practices relevant to the role and participate in any provided training sessions;
- May be required to travel for business purposes;
- Abide by rules and regulations set forth by the MCCAA and meet expected quality standards;
- Uphold ethical standards and maintain integrity at all times.
Qualifications and Experience
By the closing time and date of this call for applications, applicants must:
- i. Be in possession of a recognised qualification at MQF level 6 (subject to a minimum of 180 ECTS / ECVET credits, or equivalent) in the area of Law or Economics, or an appropriate, recognised, comparable qualification plus five (5) years relevant work experience, of which three (3) years must be in a managerial role; Or
- Be in possession of a recognised qualification at MQF level 7 (subject to a minimum of 90 ECTS / ECVET credits, or equivalent) in the area of Law or Economics, or an appropriate, recognised, comparable qualification plus three (3) years experience which must be in a managerial role;
- Preference will be given to candidates who have a specialisation in Industrial Organisation Economics and / or Competition Law.
And
- ii. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Maltese.
*A recognised qualification comparable to 180 / 90 ECTS / ECVET credits, as applicable, is only accepted subject to an MQRIC formal recognition statement being submitted with the application.
Submission of Applications
Interested candidates are to submit their application for the attention of the Director (Human Resources and Administration) at the Malta Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority via the apply button below. Applications are to include a motivational statement clearly quoting the position being applied for, an updated Curriculum Vitae, a police conduct certificate (obtained within the last six (6) months), copy of the relevant qualification certificates and an MQRIC formal recognition statement/s where applicable. The closing date for the receipt of applications is 7 April 2024 end of business.
Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
Jobsplus Permit No: 117/2024.
