Manager Regulation Development

SUMMARY:
Assist Technical Divisions in developing legally sound and concise regulations and technical standards; Manage and spearhead the formulation and approval of regulations and technical standards through a consultative process with the aviation industry in terms of section 157 of the Civil Aviation Act, 2009 (Act No. 13 of 2009) (“the Act”);

POSITION INFO:

EDUCATION (FORMAL QUALIFICATION REQUIRED)

B Proc or LLB, admitted as an Attorney or Advocate (successfully completed pupilage with a recognised association)

Ideal

Regulation and legislative drafting certificate

ICAO and Technical aviation related training

Exeprience (Minimum Experience Required - Type and Number of Years)

Attorney or Advocate, Relevant exposure to amongst other interpretation of statutes, Admin Law and commercial Laaw in General  (5 years)

Post Admission Experience (5 Years)

Responsibilities:

Regulation Development and provision of Legal support services

Draft/vet proposals for amendment of regulations and technical standards. Facilitate and monitor the approval process of the regulations and adhere to deadlines. Draft Board and Executive Committee submissions, draft monthly reports, analyse exemptions and provide legal advice thereto; Perform any other function for Legal and Aviation Compliance Department when delegated to do so by the Senior Manager: Legal and Aviation Compliance and the Chairperson of CARCom; provide any legal advice when assigned to do so. Manage and oversee Civil Aviation Regulations Committee secretarial functions. Draft and vet all regulatory amendments and ensure that they meet regulation drafting principles before submission to DCA and Minister for promulgation. Adhere to submission turnaround times.

Drafting of Legal Opinions

Research and draft accurate and legally correct legal opinions.

Recommend the course of action to be taken

Litigation Process

Consider the merits of the matter.

Research the legalities pertaining to the matter and ensure that the client is protected against any legal risk that may arise.

Coordinate, provide assistance to, monitor and guide the attorneys in the litigation matters.

Drafting of Contract

Draft, vet, interpret and advise on contracts to ensure compliance and protect the interests of the client.

Management

Guide and mentor Legal Advisors and Regulation

Development Administrator.

Manage and monitor the performance of Legal Advisors and Regulation Development Administrator.

Constantly train Legal Advisors and Regulation Administrator.

Manage all activities of CARCom and report to the Chairperson of CARCom, SM and E:LAC accordingly

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