| (1) |
In order to perform the functions of the Office, the Ombud must— |
| (a) |
employ a person as director of the Office who is the administrative head of the Office; and |
| (b) |
employ such administrative staff as may be necessary. |
| (2) |
The Ombud must appoint the person referred to in subsection (1)(a) for an agreed term not exceeding five years which may be renewed for one additional term not exceeding five years and on the conditions as the Minister, in consultation with the Minister of Finance, may determine. |
| (3) |
The director is responsible for the general administration of the Office, and must— |
| (a) |
manage and direct the activities of the Office, subject to the direction of the Ombud; |
| (b) |
supervise the administrative staff of the Office; |
| (c) |
enter into contracts with service providers and accept liability on behalf of the Office for the expenses incurred as a result of such services being rendered; and |
| (d) |
perform any other function necessary in accordance with this Act. |
| (4) |
The Minister must, after consultation with the Minister of Finance, determine— |
| (a) |
the director’s remuneration, allowances, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment; and |
| (b) |
the staff establishment of the Office, the remuneration, allowances, benefits, and other terms and conditions of appointment of the members of staff. |
Section 17N inserted by section 5 of the National Small Enterprise Amendment Act, 2024 (Act No. 21 of 2024), GG50965, Notice No. 5049, dated 23 July 2024]
Protection of Businesses Act, 1978
