Legal Officer (JLG/LO2)

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Providing legal advice and participating in consultations on investigations for which the Commission is required to submit reports;
• Giving technical legal advice on matters arising out of the conduct and management of investigations;
• Assisting with research required for the review and reform of relevant laws and regulations being the responsibility of the Commission;
• Assisting with the interpretation, implication and implementation of various legislation;
• Reviewing case files and preparing reports as requested by the Statute;
• Representing the Commission in legal proceedings;
• Identifying trends based on data emanating from the investigation that will require legislation to address emerging issues;
• Providing advice on contracts and tender documents to ensure compliance with government’s legal and policy obligations;
• Assisting with training on legal and procedural matters within the Commission.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Attorney-at-Law (called to the Bar in Jamaica) with:
• Bachelor of Laws, and Legal Education Certificate from the Council of Legal Education

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Expert knowledge of applicable principles of criminal and civil laws and rules of criminal procedures and relevant Constitutional and Statutory laws;
• Comprehensive knowledge of Administrative Law;
• Working knowledge of the principles of management, administration, planning and resource utilization.

Thank you for your interest; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.