The Ghana institute of Management and public administration (GIMPA) a world class centre of excellence for training in leadership, management and administration, located at Greenhill, Achimota with campuses in Tema, Takoradi and Kumasi, invites applications from individuals to be appointed as Legal and Compliance Officer.

Job Description

•Provide sound legal advice to management
•Prepare or review legal documents such as contracts, leases and MOUs with external parties
•Review and prepare internal policies and ensure that they comply with statutory or legal requirements
•Liaise with external solicitors on all legal matters
•Represent the institute in court regarding legal suits
•Gather evidence to formulate defense or initiate legal actions
•Conduct legal research on issues relevant to legal risk management
•Identify any new developments or current requirements in law which necessitate an improvement to the institute's standard legal documentation
•Develop processes to eradicate or mitigate legal liabilities
•Assist in internal disciplinary or investigative proceedings of students, staff and senior members
•Provide legal education to the GIMPA community from time to time
•Oversee the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of policies, programmes and activities of the legal and compliance office
•Oversee the interpretation of laws, rules and regulations at the institute
•Liaise with stakeholders of the institute to ensure compliance with laws, rules and regulations
•Coordinate the work of the legal and compliance office
•Plan for the availability to resources and services to support the work of the legal and compliance office
•Ensure the discipline and efficient performance of staff within the Legal and Compliance office.
•Provide input into the training of staff and assist in the training delivery
•Oversee the preparation of the budget and work plan of the legal and compliance office.
•Supervise and appraise the performance of staff of the legal and compliance office
•Perform any other incidental and related duties as directed by the Secretary of the institute.

Qualification Required & Experience

•A minimum of a Master's degree in Law/Social Sciences/Public Administration/General Arts/Business Administration and other related disciplines
•Must be called to the Ghana Car and be a lawyer for not less than 10 years standing, 5 years of which should be a in a senior management position
•Post-qualification experience in an educational institution, particularly as a Senior Legal Officer, will be an advantage
•Must be able to serve a full-term of office of 3 years before attaining the statutory retirement age of 60 years

Competencies

•Well-versed in the constitution and legal system in Ghana
•Very good knowledge and experience in the Law of Public
•Strategic thinking skills
•Understanding data analytics, automated decision-making governance and how to
•High level of committment and professionalism
•Must be a team player
•Interpersonal and relationship building
•Unwavering indepedence and integrity
•Knowledge of higher education governance structures and administration

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants are to submit an application letter with a current CV/Resume including names and addresses of 3 referees, copies of transcripts and certificates:

•Applicants are to include a short statement of not more than 4 pages (Time New Roman size 12 and 1.5-line spacing) outlining their vision and strategies for implementation
•Application package must be submitted using registered mail to courier to reach the address below. Soft copies of the application package should also be submitted to the email address below.
•Applicants should arrange for letters of recommendation to be e-mailed directly from the 3 referees listed in their CVs to the same email address.

The Secretary of the Institute
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
P.O.Box AH50

or email to: recruitment@gimpa.edu.gh

Closing Date: 20 November, 2026