Legal Administrative Officer - Legal Services (18 Months Contract)

SUMMARY:
To provide an effective and efficient legal advisory and contract management support services to the Department in order to ensure that the interests of the Department are protected against all legal risks and provide professional legal services to the Department.

POSITION INFO:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assist with provision of effective legal advisory services

• Conduct research on relevant legislation applicable, to specific issues, current norms and legislation applicable
• Conduct research of relevant case law

Legislative support

• Conduct research on the subject matter of legislation   
• Draft research on norms and standards  
• Prepare initial draft for cabinet memoranda 
• Develop first draft on regulations or legislation administered by the department 

Contracts and International agreements

• Develop first draft of: 
  • Domestic and international contracts 
  • Service Level agreements

Litigation support

• Assist with Analysis of each matter and coordinate consultation process with relevant company Programme 
• Draft recommendations on the appropriate course of action to the Minister for Head: Legal’s consideration. 
• Prepare draft instructions to the State Attorney, private attorneys or Counsel, in relation to the matter 
• Make logistical arrangements and attend relevant consultations, arbitrations or, hearings; 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience

• 1- 3 years working experience in a legal environment 

Qualifications

• LLB

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