{Fair Wages and Salaries Commission,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,20 Sep-2015};

Job Summary

•   Conduct  research  on  the  applicable  Labour  Laws  and International Industrial Relations Principles related to the Commission’s work,
•   Review and analyse all Court and National Labour Commission rulings and report to Head, Legal on findings that will be beneficial to the work of the Commission.
•   Conduct analysis of cases decided on by the Courts or Labour Commission in which the Commission was a party, providing bases for the decisions of the jury to the Head, Legal.
•   Draft legal opinions, letters to parties, orders, decisions and documents to the courts and other bodies for the consideration; of the Head, Legal.
•   Draft   legal  pleadings,   appellant’s   briefs,   correspondences, memoranda and other related documents.
•   Submits accurate and timely inputs to the Head, Legal to aid the preparation of submissions and other such documents,
•   Represent the  Commission  in  Court /  National  Labour Commission

Qualification Required & Experience

•   LLB degree from a recognised institution/University
•   BL from Ghana School of Law
•   Must have not less than 5 years post qualification experience in a recognised chamber.
•   Must be a member of the Ghana Bar Association in good standing

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Must possess demonstrable expertise in the following areas:

•   Industrial Relations
•   Labour Law
•   Civil Procedure
•   Advocacy skills

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

•   Excellent writing skills
•   Time management skills and ability to meet strict deadlines
•   Leadership and Administration skills
•   Good communication and interpersonal skills
•   Strong analytical and logical reasoning skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be forwarded, together with supporting documents, a statement of applicant’s vision for the position, Curriculum Vitae, office and residential telephone numbers, e-mail and addresses of three (3) referees to:

THE  SECRETARY
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION
P. O. BOX GP 1618
ACCRA

Closing Date: 28 August, 2015

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2015};

A reputable State Owned Enterprise is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for appointment to fill the position of a:- Legal Officer

Job Functions

•   Drafts and reviews legal agreements for the Company
•   Assist in the assessment on any claim brought before the Company for settlement
•   Assist divisions and departments in dealing with issues of disputes that arise in the normal performance of their duties
•   Assist and advises the Company in negotiations for contracts to be undertaken

Technical Skills and Competencies

•   Must be a barrister or a lawyer of good standing
•   Good knowledge of civil law
•   Good knowledge of administrative principles

Special Knowledge and Qualities

•   Must possess strong supervisory qualities, good human relations, high sense of responsibility and judgment, and ability to communicate

Qualification Required & Experience

•   LLB, BL plus a minimum of 2 years experience at the Bar

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified persons should send their cover letters and CV to

The Head of Administration
P.O.Box 2753
Accra

or email:

recruitmentlinegh@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 19 August, 2015

{Judicial Service of Ghana,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2015};

The Judicial Service of Ghana invites applications from qualified Lawyers for the positions of Circuit Court Judge

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Applicants must be Ghanaians enrolled on the roll of Lawyers in Ghana
•   Should not be less than five (5) years standing at the Bar
•   Should be persons of high moral character and integrity
•   Qualified candidates would be required to pass a written examination and a post examination interview
•   All serving Magistrates who are eligible may apply
•   Qualified Lawyers who will have attained five (5) years at the Bar by 5th October,2015 may apply
•   Ability to use Word Processing Software, e.g., Microsoft Word, is a mandatory requirement

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified applicants should apply and attach their CVs, completed Application Forms copies of their enrolment and other qualifying Certificates including LLB Certificates and the names, addresses and contact details of three referees to:

The Judicial Secretary
Judicial Service of Ghana
Supreme Court Administration Block
P.O. Box 119 Accra

Note: Application Forms can be obtained from the Finance Directorate of the Judicial Service in the Supreme Court Building at the cost of GH¢50.00 Per  Form.

Closing Date: 19 August, 2015

{Judicial Service of Ghana,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2015};

The Judicial Service of Ghana invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Deputy Judicial Secretary

Main Duties:

The Deputy Judicial Secretary would assist the Judicial Secretary in the general administration and Court administration of the Judicial Service and shall perform the following duties:

•   Ensure the effective supervision and administration of Directorates and Courts;
•   Be specifically responsible for all human resource and related matters involving Justices of the Court of Appeal, High Court as well as Judges and Magistrates of the Lower Bench;
•   Assist the Judicial Secretary in managing the business of the Judicial Council and the General Legal Council
•   Any other duties that may be assigned by the Chief Justice and the Judicial Secretary

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must be a Ghanaian enrolled on the Roll of Lawyers in Ghana
•   Must be not less than ten (10) years standing at the Bar
•   Must have considerable administrative experience in the Public Service
•   A Masters Degree in HRM or an MBA would be an added advantage
•   Must be Computer literate in MS Word, PowerPoint and Access.
•   Must have excellent writing, communication and research skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified applicants should forward their CVs including relevant certificates and the names and contact details of three referees  for the attention of:

The Judicial Secretary
Judicial Service of Ghana
Supreme Court Administration Block
High Street, Accra;

or

email: webmaster@judicial.gov.gh

Closing Date: 19 August, 2015

{Unicef,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Jul-2015};

Type of contract: Consultancy
Duration: 100 working ays
Job Level: Senior Consultant
Closing Date: 25 June 2015

Purpose:

•   The purpose of the research is to identify factors that enhance or inhibit efficient and effective delivery of justice for children (as offenders, victims, witnesses) in criminal and civil proceedings. The research is expected to generate recommendations with regards to:
1) Advance prevention and responses to juvenile offending;
2) Improve protection of child victims and witnesses in criminal justice proceedings; and
3) Advance protection for children in civic proceedings, especially in cases regarding custody.
•   The findings of mis study are also expected to contribute to reform in the child justice system as envisioned by the Justice for Children’s Policy, capacity building initiatives and contribute to the overall strengthening of the Child Justice system in Ghana.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Work in close collaboration with the Lead Researcher (contracted separately by UNICEF) and in undertaking all necessary tasks and activities for the in depth study into the courts and finalisation of the research report.
•   Assist in the development and submission of an inception report with detailed work plan to UNICEF and Judicial Services, outlining methodology and detailed timeframe for each step envisaged for achieving the expected deliverables. The work plan will be discussed and endorsed by UNICEF and Judicial Service;
•   Assist in developing data collection tools and undertake necessary preparations, including coordination with partners and local stakeholders, for field work. This also involves making necessary appointments, phone calls and otherwise coordinate the administrative and logistical arrangements for the research.
•   Undertake necessary field work and data collection in line with agreed work plan and methodology.
•   Assist to prepare draft report including analysis of findings and recommendations and share draft report with UNICEF, Judicial Service and other relevant stakeholders for input
•   Assist consultation and validation of Research findings with a broad range of stakeholders. The objective is to arrive at broad consensus about the findings of the research.
•   Assist to finalise final report The report shall include: An Executive Summary, a Findings and Analysis section; Conclusions and Recommendations. The Executive Summary shall be written in such away that it can be a ‘stand-alone’ document.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Advanced university degree in Law or a related field with at least three years of relevant experience including research of relevant topic.
•   Knowledge and experience of the Ghanaian Judiciary and the juvenile justice systems.
•   Extensive experience in research design, analysis, and report writing.
•   Experience in working on justice for Children’s issues
•   Understanding of human, child rights and child protection
•   Excellent writing and presentation skills and excellent command of the English language
•   Previous publications or collaboration in similar area of social budget analysis
•   Ability to communicate effectively both in English (spoken & written).
•   3 years of experience in a relevant field Languages

Languages:
Fluency in written and spoken English required.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

The above is a short description of the consultancy. A detailed TOR is available upon request from UNICEF. Interested candidates should send an email request to:-

HRghana@unicef.org Detailed curriculum vitae in English with duly completed UN Personal History  Form (available at: http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/p11.doc), should be sent to the e-mail.

•   Application submitted without PI I for will not be considered.
•   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
NOTE: UNICEF IS A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT!!!

{Ministry of Communications,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Jun-2015};

The Government of the Republic of Ghana has received funding from the World Bank toward the cost of the eTransform Project, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for the recruitment of Project Implementation Unit (PIU) staff.

The overall Project Development Objective of the eTransform Project is to improve the efficiency and coverage of government service delivery using Information Communication Technologies (ICT).The principal outputs are: (a) Enabling environment for electronic government and business; (b) foxmdational systems for electronic identification to promote electronic service delivery and social inclusion; (c) scaling up of ICT applications and services to improve services in priority sectors in Ghana and (d) effective project management.

The ICT Legal Specialist will assist the eTransform Management Team and the MoC in developing and reviewing relevant legal and regulatory framework to increase the economy in line with global best practice.

The ICT Legal Specialist must be abreast with current legal/regulatory environment pertaining to the Information and Communications Technology Sector. He/she will advise the Ministry of Communications (MoC) and the Government of Ghana on implementation and development of the legal/regulatory framework pertaining to the

ICT industry in Ghana under the eTransform Ghana project.The legal specialist will ensure and facilitate the implementation and or modification of existing laws as well as preparation and adoption of new laws that promote the following objectives in line with global best practices;

•   An enabling environment for electronic government and business;
•   The foundational systems for electronic identification to promote electronic service delivery and social inclusion; and
•   The scaling up of ICT applications and services to improve services in priority sectors in Ghana.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Support and or facilitate the review and further development of the legal and regulatory framework for an efficient and effective Electronic Identification (e- ID) System taking into consideration international best practice, data protection, access to information as well as integrity and security of such a system. Support the following on-going projects by facilitating the review and development of the appropriate legal framework for their successful implementation: e-Justice, e-Parliament, e-Immigration, e-Procurements- Health,e-Education

Support the MoC and the eTransform Team on general legal and regulatory advisory,
issues; and Act as the Legal Desk Officer for the Ministry of Communications.

Qualification Required & Experience

The prospective candidate should have as a minimum:

•   Bachelor’s degree in law
•   Post Graduate Qualification in ICT/Telecommunication Law.
•   Professional affiliation/accreditation with a bar or legal body.
•   8 or more years of experience in ICT laws, with minimum of 2 years in General Legal Practice related activities and Ghana law.
•   ractical experience in the development of cyber laws
•   Ability to carry out legislative gap analysis and research.
•   Experience in mergers and acquisitions negotiations.
•   Should be an expert communicator in written and oral English and with a firm grasp of Ghanaian laws.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

•   The Ministry of Communications now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.
•   Individual Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers, January 2011, (revised July 2014). Interested Individuals may obtain further information at the address below from Monday to Friday between 9:00a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
•   Expressions of Interest may be hand delivered or sent by email to the address below by 4:00 p.m. (local time) on or before the June 12,2015.

Chief Director
Room 16, First Floor Ministry of Communications
Ministerial Enclave, Accra
Attention: Project Coordinator eTransform Project
Tel:+233 302 685606

Email: piu.etransform@moc.gov.gh

Closing Date: 12 June, 2015

{GCX-eleni,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Jun-2015};

The GCX Project seeks to recruit qualified professionals for the GCX Project, a recently launched project with the aim of establishing a Commodity Exchange, the first of its kind in Ghana, and in West Africa. It has the objective of creating an orderly, transparent, and efficient modern market to connect buyers and sellers, assured of quality, quantity, delivery, and payment. Only passionate, self-motivated, and dedicated individuals committed to excellence need to apply. The GCX Project is backed by the Government of Ghana and a consortium of private investors, and does not discriminate by race, gender, nationality, disability, or any other. Successful applicants stand the chance of gaining full -time employment in the GCX once it is established.

Job Summary

•   Responsible for research and analysis on Rules of the Exchange and Directives, for developing and amending Rules, determining when and appropriateness of introducing new Rules to meet changing circumstances, and drafting and presenting Rules.
•   Responsible for reviewing all internal agreements and procedures, including those between warehouse operators, clearing institutions, members and clients, to determine legality and compatibility with rules and regulations governing the Exchange.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s degree in Law or related field
•   At least five years related work experience
•   Very good interpersonal and communication skills
•   Proven analytical, problem solving, and decision making abilities
•   Creative thinking abilities
•   Well rounded legal knowledge

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit recent CV and any relevant attachment to the address below before JUNE 8, 2015:

The GCX Project Secretariat
Attn:
Mr. Sunru Yong

sunru@eleniexchanges.com   

For further enquiries: please call +233 542 155 351 or email the above address.

Closing Date: 08 June, 2015

{Databank,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,29 May-2015};

Databank is the leading investment firm in Ghana. Our mission is to help Ghanaians achieve financial independence by providing financial literacy and offering a diverse range of investment products and services.

Our industry is regulated by the Securities & Exchange Commission.   In our business and industry, total compliance with the law is critical to remaining in business.  Regulatory Compliance is therefore an important risk management function in our business.  Our strong Legal and Compliance team  manages our risk exposure in the area of legal and Regulatory compliance.

Our Legal team seeks a strong candidate to join them.  The ideal candidate should be someone who is looking to take on new challenges at a senior level in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Job Purpose & Summary:

The successful candidate will report to the Executive Director, Legal and work closely with the Executive Director, Legal to ensure the effective management of all legal aspects of the Firm’s business relationships and ensure regulatory compliance within the Firm.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Work with the legal team in the continuous development and implementation of the Group’s regulatory compliance programme.
•   Engage in the implementation and regular review of regulatory changes to the Group’s regulatory compliance programme.
•   Advise on legal actions by the company or against the company and liaise with External Counsel when required.
•   Draft and review legal contracts, agreements and other documents as required by the Group.
•   Provide Company Secretarial services for the Group.
•   Assist General Counsel and other legal officers in the provision of legal advice to the Group to serve both internal and external clients on a broad range of legal matters.
•   Carry out research and prepare memoranda and/or legal opinions on various areas of the law assigned.
•   Manage legal and regulatory risk and liaise with relevant Departments to ensure that where legal risks have been identified, appropriate courses of action have been taken.
•   Handle complaints against the Group and any associated legal and regulatory issues.
•   Carry out any other assignments given by General Counsel/Head of Legal from time to time.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   LLB from a recognized University.
•   Must be at least 5 years at the Ghana Bar.
•   Completion of the GSE Securities Courses will be an advantage.

Skills/Competencies

•   Must have experience in civil litigation and court room practice.
•   Must have sound knowledge of The Companies’ Code, laws relevant to the business environment and all the laws and regulations relating to the capital markets  and securities industry.
•   Must be computer literate.
•   Good sense of judgment and ability to quickly identify potential risks within our business.
•   Use initiative to execute assigned responsibilities.
•   Plan and prioritize responsibilities to achieve the best results.
•   Ability to multitask.
•   Work with minimum supervision
•   Good analytical and negotiation skills.
•   Excellent interpersonal skills.
•   Good people management skills.
•   Excellent communication and writing skills.

Work Experience

•   Experience in a capital markets and securities industry corporate environment will be an advantage.

Remuneration

•   Competitive

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If your profile fits the above job opportunity, kindly send your application by email to:-

careers@databankgroup.com

Please note that the subject of your email application should be Senior Legal Officer

Closing Date: 04 June, 2015

{African Development Bank,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Objectives

The Administrative Tribunal (the “Tribunal”), established in the context of the reform of the governance structures of the African Development Bank (the “Bank”), is an independent body whose function is to render final judicial decisions on cases brought by staff members against the Bank concerning their terms and conditions of employment. The Tribunal’s decisions are binding on the Bank. The Executive Secretary is the Head of the Organizational Unit responsible for all legal, budgeting and administrative functions of the Tribunal. The Executive Secretary is the principal officer responsible for the orderly discharge of the legal and administrative work of the Tribunal.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the supervision of the President of the Tribunal, the Executive Secretary will carry out the following functions:

•   Plans, directs, organizes, manages and administers the work and activities relating to the processing and disposal of cases filed by staff members against the Bank to ensure the proper and efficient treatment of the cases, and discharges all other administrative functions as the President of the Tribunal may assign:
•   Carries out research for Judges on issues of the law and fact raised in cases;
•   Prepares summaries of facts, analysis and contentions of parties for all cases;
•   Prepares initial drafts of reasoning and operative parts of judgments and orders;
•   Advises applicants and counsel on procedural issues;
•   Receives applications instituting proceedings and related documentation of cases;
•   Transmits documents and makes notifications required in connection with cases of the Tribunal;
•   Prepares for each case a dossier recording all actions taken; and
•   Organizes sessions of the Tribunal and acts as Secretary of the Tribunal during the sessions.
•   Supervises and coordinates the work of staff of the Tribunal’s Secretariat.
•   Sets overall objectives and develops work programme for the staff of the Secretariat of the Tribunal.
•   Conducts annual performance evaluation and assists staff in the Secretariat in respect of performance and career development issues.
•   Prepares and manages the budget of the Tribunal.
•   Prepares Annual Reports of the Tribunal for transmission to the President of the Bank.
•   Makes proper arrangements for the publication and dissemination of the Tribunal’s judgments.
•   Reviews, as and when directed by the Tribunal, the Tribunal’s Rules of Procedure.

Represents the Tribunal in all meetings inside and outside the Bank.

•   Organizes trainings and outreach missions on the Bank’s recourses mechanisms.
•   Co-ordinates the activities of the Judges of the Tribunal.
•   Manages the records of the Tribunal.
•   Interacts positively with the staff of the Bank, at all levels, including Senior Management, while maintaining the independence of the Tribunal and the confidentiality of its work.
•   Assists the Judges in the research of pertinent and applicable law and case law.

Qualification Required & Experience

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

•   At least a Master’s Degree in Law, (with an emphasis on International Law), or a first degree plus a relevant combination of relevant academic qualification in law (ie: Juris Doctor (JD)) plus admission to the Bar in a Member country;
•   A minimum of eight (8) years’ relevant experience, preferably with an international organization or working for the  judiciary system of a Member country, with solid practical knowledge of international administrative and labour law, including employment issues in international organizations;
•   Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
•   Ability to work independently and to cope with multiple demands and competing priorities under pressure;
•   Ability to work sensitively in a multi-cultural environment and respect for diversity and ability to build effective relationships and trust with Judges, colleagues and other stakeholders;
•   High degree of personal integrity and great sense of discretion.
•   Proven experience in working with administrative tribunals of international organizations (sisters institutions) would be an advantage;
•   Excellent written and oral communication skills in English or French with good working knowledge of the other language; and
•   Competence in the use of standard software applications in use at the Bank.

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should click below.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 29 May, 2015

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

A law firm in Accra is looking for a Legal Officer with experience in corporate and commercial law.

Overview of the role

•   The selected applicant or candidate would be required to assist the Managing Partner to achieve the overall business objectives of the firm

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must be a lawyer and called to the Ghana Bar
•   A minimum of at least one(1) year post call experience
•   High level of professional Ethics and integrity

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send your resume indicating the job title as the subject to:-

mateko62@yahoo.com

or by post to the:-

Human Resource Manager,
P.O.Box LG 1300
Legon-Accra

Closing Date: 26 May, 2015