{Societe Generate Ghana Limited,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Societe Generate Ghana Limited, your preferred banking institution and market leader in the financial services industry in Ghana with countrywide representation, is seeking to recruit a Legal Officer to provide professional support to the Bank in the management of Legal matters. This is to ensure that operations are handled within the Legal Framework and the Bank is protected in all its dealings.

Key Result Areas/Scope of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Head of the Legal Department, the successful candidate will be required to:

•   Process pre-disbursement facility documentation for customers
•   Provide general Legal advice and support for the various functions of the Bank
•   Represent the Bank in Court and other regulatory institutions as well as initiate suits on behalf of the Bank
•   Ensure that all services provided to the Bank are covered by Legal Agreements
•   Review and renew tenancy agreements of the bank where necessary
•   Liaise with the Human Resource Department on Labor issues
•   Process the title documentation to all property owned by the Bank
•   Work on the Operational Risk and Compliance Reports of the Legal Department

Qualification Required & Experience

•   LLB or BA in Law or BL(Professional Qualification)
•   Must possess 2 years post qualification experience
•   Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
•   Must demonstrate the ability to work under pressure with strong organizational skills
•   Must be able to work in a team
•   Must have some knowledge in Banking and Commercial Law matters
•   Must demonstrate a good knowledge of law generally with some Litigation experience

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified Applicants should send their application letters and CVs by email to:-

sgghana.jobs@socgen.com

Closing Date: 05 May, 2015

{Millennium Development Authority (MiDA),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Apr-2015};

The Government of Ghana was declared eligible for a poverty reduction grant from the Millennium Challenge Corporation (“MCC”), a United States Government Agency. In connection therewith, the Government submitted Concept Papers to MCC, and after a successful outcome of due diligence, and the availability of funds, has resulted in a Compact between the Government and MCC pursuant to which MCC would provide a five-year, multimillion dollar poverty reduction grant to the Government of Ghana (a “Compact”). The Millennium Development Authority (MiDA) will be responsible for the management of the implementation of the Compact. Subject to the terms and conditions of the Compact, related agreements, and the availability of funds, the Government intends to use a portion of the funds provided through the Compact to procure professional personnel in MiDA to assist the Government with the management and implementation of the Compact programme in a transparent, timely, effective, efficient, results-oriented and fiscally sound manner.

Job Description

•   Reports to General Counsel
•   Provide support to the General Counsel to ensure that MiDA’s activities comply with: (i) the obligations of MiDA contained in the Compact or otherwise delegated to MiDA by the Government of Ghana, (ii) all supplemental agreements entered into under or in furtherance of the Compact, (iii) Ghanaian laws and regulations, and (iv) any other applicable laws, regulations and agreements.
•   Perform all other tasks and responsibilities as requested by the COO or CEO.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Advanced degree in economics or regional development, business, Management, Engineering, or other relevant field of study; Project Management Professional certification (PMP) is a plus.
•   At least ten (10) years of professional experience in a related field (Electricity Distribution Company preferably), including project management experience in large and complex projects as well as projects funded by international organisations.
•   Demonstrated history of managing and delivering high quality large projects (at least $20 million in size) on time and within budget, including experience developing, monitoring and updating relevant project management tools (schedules, budgets, scoping documents, risk management plans).
•   Intimate knowledge of, and experience with, rural economic development opportunities and challenges as well as Ghana’s electricity sector, preferably including an understanding of grid and off grid energy solutions. Also required is an intimate knowledge of the regulatory and institutional framework that impacts the NFOT Project (including NEDCo). Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural local and international stakeholders and counterparts.
•   Demonstrated experience as a leader and in consensus building; strong capability to multi-task and manage multiple work streams simultaneously. Ability to work closely with specialists in project-level infrastructure/engineering, environmental and social analysis, monitoring and evaluation, procurement, and financial management;
•   Capable of working with minimum supervision but with a good sense of what threshold requires the involvement of senior management. Demonstrated strong supervisory and mentoring skills.
•   Experience in all phases of procurements and contract management.
•   Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, including MS Project and MS Excel.
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent by e-mail addressed to:- jobcode250315@mida.gov.gh

Citizens from any country will be considered, however, preference will be given to applicants with extensive working experience, knowledge of and/or living in Ghana. Knowledge of the Ghanaian economy, financial systems, development plans, priorities, interventions and programmes is highly valued. To receive consideration, applicants must include

i. their curriculum Vitae of not more than (four) 4 pages stating their qualifications and experience, providing three professional references, contact phone number(s) and e-mail address(es) by which they can easily be reached,
ii.   a cover note (one page maximum) explaining what the applicant envisions as the challenges of the position applied for and how their experience and education would allow them to meet those challenges.

For further details on the roles and duties of the post, especially with regard to the principal accountabilities, applicants are advised to look at the MiDA website at www.mida.gov.gh/compact2

Applications must be sent by e-mail addressed to the job code shown against each post and must be received by MiDA no later than midnight on Monday, 13th. April, 2015.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Telephone and fax enquiries on submitted applications will not be entertained. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend a number of screening interviews

Closing Date: 13 April, 2015

{Union Savings and Loans Ltd,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Apr-2015};

UNION Savings and Loans, the Global Banking and Finance Review’s best SME Financing company in Ghana, 2014, is looking for a Legal Assistant.

Position Summary

The Legal Assistant is responsible for coordinating legal activities and documents, between the company and stakeholders.

Broad responsibilities shall include:

•   Filing of documents at the Registrar General’s department, Court, Lands Commission, other government and quasi government institutions.
•   Liaise with outsourced paralegal services providers to ensure prompt and efficient delivery of services.
•   Liaise with branch management for the perfection of mortgages and other collateral documents.
•   Certification of documents at the Courts.
•   Presentation of and follow ups on mortgage documents at Lands Commission for stamping and plotting.
•   Assist bailiffs in the service of court processes on clients referred to external law firms.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   HND, DBS or Certificate in Paralegal training from a recognized institution.
•   Familiarity with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
•   Previous experience of working in a law firm/ legal department is an added advantage.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

•   A proactive, professional and flexible attitude to work.
•   Confident and able to work on own initiative.
•   Able to work under pressure in a demanding role.
•   Able to adopt a common sense approach with excellent attention to detail.
•   Good organizational skills and able to manage own time effectively.
•   Effective communicator, able to establish professional relationships with clients and other external parties.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit a detailed CV together by Friday, April 10, 2015.

All applications should be sent to:- jobs@unionbanking.com.gh  (The “subject” to the mail MUST read “Legal Assistant Job”).

Closing Date: 10 April, 2015

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

One of Ghana’s leading Communication consulting firms in Accra requires a qualified person to fill the position of Legal & Compliance Officer

Job Summary

•   Serves as Secretary to the company’s Board of Directors
•   Provides advice on legal issues related to the company and proposes policies, procedures and other systems that will ensure legal compliance in the company’s operations
•   Manages all/relevant company regulatory affairs
•   Handles company contracts
•   Represents the company on all legal (civil and/or criminal) matters to ensure the protection of the corporate interest at all times
•   Liaises with the company’s external counsel, when necessary, to consider legal issues affecting the company in any litigation
•   Advises all departments on legal matters to ensure that there are no infringements of laws and regulations
•   Ensures that all landed properties of the company are property documented

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor of Law Degree (LLB) and qualifying certificate in law from Ghana School of Law

Technical Competencies (Key Job knowledge and skills)

•   At least three(3) years post-qualification experience required
•   Knowledge and application of the Labour Laws and regulations required
•   Ability to think strategically and translate into realistic action plans

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications and curriculum vitae should be send via email:-

africahr3@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 14 March, 2015

{Sahel-Sahara Bank,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

Sahel-Sahara Bank (BSIC GHANA LIMITED) is a member of BSIC Group (Banque Sahelo-Saharienne pour l’lnvestissement et le Commerce) with affiliates in fourteen (14) African countries. The Bank operates under a universal Banking license and it is committed to providing first class banking services.

An experienced and qualified legal professional is required to join our fast growing and dynamic Bank at Head Office in Accra. Reporting to the Head of Legal Department, the successful Candidate will be responsible for drafting and reviewing contracts and providing Legal advice to Departments.

Key Responsibilities

The Candidate will assist with the following;

•   Preparation and review of proposed contracts, leases, forms agreements and other legal instruments.
•   Represent the Bank in Court.
•   Advise Management and Departments when necessary.
•   Liaise with external Lawyers and other Regulatory authorities
•   Support the Recoveries Unit in the discharge of its functions.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in law (i.e. LLB or BA (Law) from a recognized university.
•   A member of the Ghana Bar Association.
•   Minimum of three {3} years post qualification experience preferably from a Financial Services Institution.

Skills Requirement

The ideal candidate should possess the following;

•   Good communication and negotiation skills
•   Must be assertive and pay attention to detail
•   Good analytical and problem solving skills
•   Good interpersonal skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Candidates are to submit their applications (covering letters and Curriculum Vitae) addressed to:-

The Head,
Human Resource and Administration,
Sahel-Sahara Bank (BSIC Ghana Ltd)

or to email address:

recruitment@bsic.com.gh

Closing Date: 09 March, 2015

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-2015};

A reputable company in the oil and gas industry is seeking a qualified and competent individual who meets the requirements to apply for the following role:- Legal Counsel

Job Purpose:

•   The legal counsel is responsible for supervising the company’s legal affairs. He/She will be directly involved in complex business transactions in negotiating critical contract. This role will also deal with a variety of commercial and client issues and generally handling the assorted business/legal matters that arise such as litigation management, HR/employment issues, corporate governance, data protection and real estate issues.

Key Responsibilities

•   Participate in the definition and development of coporate policies, procedures and programs and provide continuing counsel and guidance on legal matters and on legal implications of all matters
•   Work with the appropriate executive(s) to define a strategic defense and approve settlements of disputes where warranted
•   Assume responsibility for ensuring that the company conducts its business in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
•   Structure and manage the company’s legal function and staff including selection, retention, management and evaluation of all outside counsel
•   Advise on legal aspects of the company’s financing including assessing and advising on current and future business structures and legal entities
•   Analyze & advise staff on contract status, legal compliance risks, business terms of various deals and exposures
•   Provide counsel with respect to the company’s implementation of corporate compliance-related initiatives
•   Monitor new laws, rules and regulations relevant to the company’s operations
•   Responsible for contract negotiation, execution and management process, including: review and revising contracts within requisite time periods
•   Serve as key lawyer/legal advisor on all major business transactions
•   Responsible for negotiating, writing, reviewing, summarizing, researching and executing a wide variety of agreements for the company and clients, including: Through put Agreements, Land leases, Confidentiality agreements and other general business contracts both domestically and internationally
•   Evaluate the merits of major court cases filed against or on behalf of the company

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelors of Laws degree (LLB) from accredited universities
•   Must be licensed to practice in Ghana
•   10+ years of extensive legal experience at a law firm or legal department
•   Experience working on matters of corporate governance required
•   Solid experience in handling litigation and investigations
•   Experience managing other lawyers and supervising support staff in a corporation is required as well as experience with cost effective management of outside legal resources
•   Solid understanding of business operations, negotiation tactics, and corporate governance issues
•   Basic knowledge of Public Procurement and Energy Law
•   Excellent stakeholder management skills
•   Strong communication skills – oral, written, and presentation
•   Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should send their applications with their CVs to:-

hr.gtassociates@gmail.com

Closing Date: 19 February, 2015

{Presbyterian University College,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-2015};

Qualification Required & Experience

Applicants must have/be

•   A Professional Lawyer
•   A minimum of Barrister at Law (B.L)
•   A member of the Ghana Bar Association and of a good standing.
•   Not less than 2 years working experience.

COMPETENCES

•   Must be computer literate
•   Excellent written / oral communication skills
•   Must possess good report and presentation skills

Location: Abetifi-Kwahu

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons with the requisite quatification(s) and related working experience should submit Application Letters and Curriculum Vitae with names and addresses of three (3) referees. A 2-page statement indicating how one intends to use the period in office to address relevant issues to ensure that the Presbyterian University College, Ghana, achieves its vision and mission, to the address below not later than 20th Feb. 2015. Please note that ONLY candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.

THE REGISTRAR
PRESBYTERIAN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE.GHANA
P.O. BOX 59
ABETIFI – KWAHU

Or email:

info@presbyuniversity.edu.gh

For further enquiries: Please call 233-202277209-1

Closing Date: 20 February, 2015

{NTHC Limited,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-2015};

National Trust Holding Company Limited (NTHC) is a leading Financial Institution in Ghana. It is the pioneer Investment Institution in the country and has over 38 years of continuous operations to its credit. NTHC aims to be the customer’s first choice in investments and allied investment management services. The Company seeks to employ highly qualified professionals to fill the following position:

Responsibilities:

Leadership role
Provide leadership and ensure efficient and effective management of staff and resources in the Legal department.

Legal Risk

•   Review and provide legal advice on tender documents.
•   Review ongoing cases and advice management accordingly.
•   Liaise with relevant departments to ensure that where legal risks have been identified, appropriate courses of action have been taken.
•   Provide legal protection and risk management advice to management especially on contract management.
•   Provide and interpret legal information, conduct training and disseminate appropriate legal requirements to staff.

Policy development

•   Review and advise management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
•   Review and draft contracts, agreements and internal policies and ensure that they are in compliance with all statutory or legal requirements.

Litigation management
•   Review progress of outstanding litigation and liaise with and manage external lawyers.

Regulatory compliance

•   Formulate compliance check-lists to be used for the purpose of ensuring that all information required is provided accordingly.
•   Continuously monitor compliance with statutory obligations and advise management accordingly. Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for the department for executive management meetings.

Contract negotiation

•   Review all contracts or any other documentation where the Company has committed itself and assess legal implications that need to be brought to the executive management’s attention.
•   Prepare, review and modify contractual instruments to assist and support various business activities.
•   Negotiate, review and draft documentation for business transactions and prepare and advise on the necessary checklist to be adopted to ensure information is submitted on time.
•   Administrative duties
•   Provide continuous leadership, supervision, training and development of department staff ensuring an effective and motivated team.
•   Liaise with the HR department in conducting performance appraisals and ensure competency and training gaps are addressed.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Alongside a Law degree (LLB) and a Professional qualification;
•   A Masters degree will be an added advantage
•   Must be a Member of the Ghana Bar Association with good standing.
•   At least five (5) years legal experience ideally in a leading organisation, with a proven track record in contract negotiation and drafting
•   Proven track record of providing accurate and effective legal counsel
•   Proven track record of adding value to an organisation through the development of comprehensive contract documents that mitigate risk and penalties.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested applicants are to forward their cover letters and  CVs to:-

careers@nthc.com.gh

Closing Date: 28 February, 2015

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-2015};

An equal opportunity public institution has an opening for able and qualified applicants for recruitment. Below are the position available and the requisite qualifications and experiences:- Legal Officer

Qualification Required & Experience

Applicant must possess

•   Barrister-at-law certificate with at least three (3) years post qualification experience
•   Applicant must demonstrate IT proficiency
•   A working knowledge in French would be an advantage

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should send their application letters and CVs to:-

Advert No.259
c/o Graphic Communications Group Ltd
P.O.Box 742,
Accra

Closing Date: 26 January, 2015

{African Regional Intellectual Property Organisation (ARIPO),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Jan-2015};

The African Regional Intellectual Property Organisation (ARIPO) (hereinafter referred to as “the Organisation”), an Intergovernmental Organisation, which was established at Lusaka, Zambia, in 1976 by an Agreement concluded under the auspices of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO).

The Organisation was created, inter alia, to promote the development of intellectual property laws appropriate to the needs of its members, establish common services and training schemes, and assist its members in the acquisition and development of technology and the evolving of common views on intellectual property matters.

The Organisation grants and administers Intellectual Property titles on behalf of the member states and provides Intellectual Property information to its clientele in the form of search services, publications and awareness creation. Membership of the Organisation is open to all states members of the African Union (AU) or of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA).

The present members of the Organisation are: Botswana, The Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Swaziland, Uganda, United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe. (Total: 19 states)

The organs of the Organisation are:

•   The Council of Ministers, consisting of ministers who are responsible in the Member States for the administration of intellectual property matters;
•   The administrative Council consisting of heads of offices, in the member States, dealing with the administration of intellectual property; and
•   The Secretariat (the Office of ARIPO) headed by the Director General as the principal executive officer of the Organisation

Job Description

•   Duty Station: Harare, Zimbabwe
•   Duration of Appointment: Fixed-term contract of two years (renewable)
•   Scheduled Date of Entry on Duty: To be determined

Principal Duties
Under the supervision of the Director General, the incumbent Copyright officer shall have the following tasks;

•   Participate in the Organisation of training courses, seminars or Workshops on intellectual property, in particular on copyright and related rights for developing countries, assisting in the drafting of teaching material and delivering lectures, as appropriate;
•   Research and collect documentation, particularly concerning national laws on copyright and  related  rights,  and concerning the management of offices and Organisations administering such rights;
•   Assist in  and  providing  advice on  the  preparation of draft legislative texts or of comments on such text as requested by ARIPO member states;
•   Assist in the setting up and/or modernisation of copyright and related rights in ARIPO member states;
•   Assist in the preparation of policy documents and coordination of collective management Organisations in the member states of ARIPO.
•   Participate in the preparation of reports on activities concerning cooperation for development activities
•   Assist in the Secretariat and participating in meetings organized by the Organisation
•   Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Director General

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelor’s degree in Law / Intellectual Property or related Fields and minimum of 5 years working experience in the field of Copyright management; or
•   A Master’s Degree in Law/Intellectual Property or related Fields and a minimum of years’ working experience in the field of Copyright management
•   Ability to work under minimum supervision,
•   Ability to work as a member of a team
•   Good analytical skills

Nationality

•   To be eligible for appointment, candidates must be nationals of a Member State of the Organisation

Conditions of Employment:

•   Conditions of service shall be subject to the ARIPO Staff Rules and Procedures or be determined by the Administrative Council of the Organisation
•   Salary and allowance on first appointment shall be those applicable to Grade L-3 STEP 1 of the ARIPO salary scales of the profession category.

Base Salary: US$39,150 per annum
Post Adjustment Allowance: Depending on the rise and fall, in value, of the United States dollar, a post adjustment index which is presently 52.4% of base salary is applied as a cost of living allowance.
Dependency Allowances: US$900 per year for a dependent child. Maximum number of children (3).

Other conditions include:

•   Payment of travel and removal expenses
•   Once off Installation grant
•   Education grant up to a maximum of three children
•   Housing allowance
•   Contributory medical insurance scheme
•   Annual leave of 30 working days
•   Paid home leave every two years

Medical Examination: The appointment is subject to a satisfactory United Nations type medical examination

Other Conditions of Service: Other terms and conditions of service shall be subject to the ARIPO Staff Rules and Procedures or be determined by the Administrative Council of the Organisation.

Location: Harare, Zimbabwe

How To Apply For The Job

Applications: Applicants should submit details curriculum vitae indicating pertinent personal data, two-passport size photographs and accompanied by certified copies of relevant certificates and name and address of two persons from whom references can be obtained.

Applicants should indicate in their personal date, the following:

•   Family name and first names
•   Date and place of birth;
•   Nationality and detailed present address
•   Full names, relationship, sex and date of birth of dependants;
•   Language abilities both written and spoken
•   Educational background, (main subjects, institutions, diplomas or degrees and marks of merit;
•   Employment record (present or most recent employment, previous employment);
•   Any other relevant informationApplications should be sent to;

The Director General
African Regional Intellectual Property Onjanication
11 Natal Road, Belgravia
P. O, Box 4228
HARARE
Zimbabwe

Tel: 00 263:4-794065/6 Fax: 00 263-4-794072/3

Applications can also be submitted via electronic mail to: mail@aripo.org
This vacancy announcement is also available on the ARIPO website www.aripo.org

Closing Date: 31 January, 2015

•   Deadline for submission of Applications: January 31, 2015
•   (Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered.)