Principal Legal Officer - Gaming Commission of Ghana



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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 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.


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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 organisation.
  • 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 labour laws and regulations
  • Knowledge of relevant IT applications.
  • Good knowledge of international relations.
  • High integrity, confidentiality, firmness and fairness.

Location: Accra


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