Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal analysis and advice on business regulations, policies, and laws to ensure consistency with national productivity and competitiveness principles.
• Assess legal frameworks for economic, social, and environmental impacts to enhance competitiveness.
• Offer expert legal opinions on regulatory changes and their implications for Zimbabwe’s business environment, including policy interventions and recommendations.
• Conduct and implement Regulatory Impact Assessments (RIAs) to evaluate the effects of business regulations on businesses, consumers, and the overall economy.
• Collaborate with Government, Private Sector, Development Partners and civil society to gather input and feedback on regulatory impacts for balanced assessments.
• Support the development of policies and regulations that foster competitiveness, innovation, and economic growth.
• Monitor RIA international best practices and compliance with regional and global regulatory frameworks.
• Develop and maintain a database on business regulations affecting national productivity and competitiveness.
• Draft legal reports, position papers, and regulatory guidelines for stakeholders

Qualifications, Experience, and Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree in law (L.L.B) or related field from a reputable University.
• Be a Registered member with The Law Society of Zimbabwe.
• A Certificate in legislative drafting is a distinct advantage.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in a legal or regulatory role, preferably in a Government Agency, private sector organization, or civil society group.
• Experience in RIA methodologies and cost-benefit analysis is a plus.
• Experience in policy development, analysis and/ implementation.
• Strong understanding of legislation, rulemaking processes, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of Zimbabwe’s regulatory frameworks

The Human Resources & Administration Manager
National Competitiveness Commission,
1 Adylinn Road, Agriculture House,
Cnr Marlborough and Adylinn Rd, Marlborough,
Harare

FEMALE & PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED candidates are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews and remuneration and benefits will be communicated ONLY to successful candidates.

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