Background;
As part of programmes put in place to strengthen some Divisions in the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA), the Ministry now seeks to recruit the under-listed staff.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Legal Officer will be responsible for general legal advice and service to Management and in particular the Legal aspects of:-

•  Preparation and Interpretation of Tenancy and other Contract Agreements
•  Interpretation and advice on Legislation and allied Government directives
•  Preparation of correspondence of Legal Character
•  Advice on sanctions and other disciplinary measures and interpretation of Conditions of Service
•  Advice on Accidents and claims under the Workmen's Compensation Act, Group Personal Insurance and Labour laws in general. Insurance of property including buildings, vehicles and equipment
•  Attending meetings of committees of the Ministry and other Organizations as may be directed
•  Litigation on behalf of the Organization
•  Liaising between the Ministry and the Attorney General's Department on all Legal issues

Qualification Required & Experience

Candidates must possess the appropriate academic and professional qualification in Law (BL, LLB) with at least Fifteen (15) years post-qualification experience

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants may obtain further information at the address below from 0900 to 1700 hours, Monday through Friday (except public holidays). Qualified and Interested applicants should send application letters with copies of curriculum vitae, certificates and other relevant documentation to:

The Director
Finance and Administration Directorate
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
P. O. Box M37
Accra

Tel: 0302-687201

Applicants are to include direct contacts (telephone, fax numbers and email address) in their applications in order to facilitate early and easy contact.

Closing Date: 31st July, 2012