Posted on :
25 Nov, 2022
25 Nov, 2022
Job Description
Job Title: Principal Legal Officer
Job Purpose
To provide technical and operational support in the management of legal matters for the achievement of the mandate of the Commission.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide input in the formulation of policies of the Commission
• Ensure effective and efficient management of resources in the unit of
• Provide legal advice on matters relating to the operations the Commission
• Liaise with the Attorney-General’s department and other stakeholders for the preparation and review of legal documentation relating to the mandate of the Commission
• Oversee the development and maintenance of a comprehensive database on the legal activities of the Commission
• Provide dispute and alternative dispute resolution services for the Commission
• Represent the Commission on matters that may be brought before the court of law
• Provide input for the preparation and review of legal documents relating to the Commission’s mandate
• Supervise the collation of data for the preparation of the budget and annual work plan of the unit.
• Supervise the collation of data for the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the unit.
• Ensure the implementation of performance management policy in the unit.
• Supervise and appraise the performance of subordinate staff in the unit.
Qualification Required & Experience
• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Law (LLM) from an accredited tertiary institution.• Must have been called to the Ghana Bar (Barrister-at-law)
• A minimum of six (6) years post-call relevant work experience in a reputable organization.
• Must pass a competitive selection interview conducted by the Gaming Commission in collaboration with the public services commission.
Competencies
• Good leadership, networking, monitoring, and management skills.
• Very good communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Very good negotiation, diplomacy, and lobbying skills.
• Very good knowledge and experience in the Gaming industry. Good quantitative, qualitative, and analytical skills.
• Very good knowledge of relevant laws and legal practices
• Good knowledge of public financial management, procurement, budgeting, and auditing regulations.
• Knowledge of labor laws and regulations
• Knowledge of relevant IT applications.
• Good knowledge of international relations.
• High integrity, confidentiality, firmness, and fair.
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
Interested persons with mandatory qualifications and work experience should send their applications with resumes and copies of their educational and professional certificates to:
The Games Commissioner
Gaming Commission of Ghana
PMB 195, KIA
Accra
Closing Date: 30 November 2022