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JOB TITLE: Researcher: Access to ICT Services

LOCATION: ICASA (Head Office – Eco Park, Centurion)

POSITION STATUS: Permanent

JOB LEVEL: C2

SALARY: Total Annual Package (CTC) – R622,053.00


Purpose of the job                                                                                                               

To conduct research on regulatory policies relating to access to ICT services in line with the mandate of ICASA and its underpinning legislation. To assist the Manager in developing regulatory agenda to support the future growth path of the ICT sectors such as content and postal services.

 

Key Outputs: The successful candidate will report to the Manager: Access to ICT Services and their responsibilities will include: ● Conducting research into socio-economic issues relating to access to ICT and Postal services ● Conducting Regulatory Impact Assessment ● Keeping abreast with developments in the regulation of ICT services ● Conducting workshops and making presentations to stakeholders as and when required ● Analysis of written and oral submissions ● Compiling and writing consultative and policy documents ● Drafting regulations ● Making presentations to stakeholders on various ICT and Postal services issues.


Qualifications and Experience: ● Undergraduate Degree (NQF 7 or 8) in relevant fields such as Social Science, Broadcasting, Journalism, Developmental Economics or Law ● A minimum of 2 years of professional experience conducting research in the social sciences, law, broadcasting or postal policy ● Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.


Key Competencies and Attributes: ● Results-driven ● Attention to detail ● Able to work under pressure ● Interpersonal Skills ● Excellent communicator (written and verbal) ● Presentation skills ● Analytical thinking ● Solid experience in conducting qualitative and quantitative research ● Solid experience in public policy and regulatory processes ● Solid experience in the analysis of data.


ICASA is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment. Preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation as outlined within the Employment Equity Plan of ICASA.

Closing Date: 12 October 2026
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ICASA is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity
in employment.
  • If you do not hear from us within three months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
  • It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
  • It is also the responsibility of the applicant to obtain evaluation and certification of the Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL).
  • Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
  • ICASA actively pursues the sourcing of persons with disabilities.
  • ICASA is an equal opportunity employer.
  • ICASA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • Appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, verification of the applicant’s documents (Qualifications), and reference checks.
  • Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.
  • CVs from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted.