National Media Commission Legal Jobs in Accra
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Job Purpose
- To provide legal instruments such as contracts, loan agreements, leases, for the commission
- Liaises with divisional heads to ensure that regulatory and compliance requirements are properly adhered to
- Provides legal advice to management in the conduct of business of the commission
- Manages the commission's legal affairs and ensures compliance with statutory legislations and laid down policies
- Represents the commission on legal issues that may be brought before a court of law and tribunal
- Compiles cases for consideration and appropriate action
- Provides technical advice to functional heads in matters relating to risk management and compliance to prevent regulatory breaches and regulatory fines
- Facilitates the formulation of risk management and compliance policies and ensures compliance with statutory policies
- Supervises the compliance with the relevant media policies, legal and regulatory provisions by media enterprises, Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs)
- Collates data for the preparations of the annual and other periodic reports for the unit
- Arbitrates in conflict situations involving NMC and third parties
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Qualification Required & Experience
- A minimum of a Master's Degree in Law (LLM) from an accredited tertiary institution
- A Barrister at Law (BL) from an accredited tertiary institution
- Must have been called to the Ghana Bar
- A minimum of 4 years of post call relevant work experience in a reputable organisation
- Must pass a competitive selection interview
In-Service Entry
- Availability of a vacancy in the grade Senior Legal Manager.
- A minimum of 3 years on the grade of Legal Manager
- Must have a satisfactory staff performance assessment report
- Must pass a competitive selection interview
Competencies
- Knowledge of Ghana's legal system and its operation
- Leadership, networking, monitoring and management skills
- Communication and presentation skills
- Negotiating, lobbying, advocacy and conflict resolution skills
- Capacity to inspire and motivate people around him/her
- Knowledge in finance, procurement, budgeting and auditing regulations
- Working knowledge of computer applications
- Knowledge of international conventions and treaties on human rights and civil liberties
Training
- Continuous Professional Development
- Organizational development and change management
- Corporate governance and leadership courses
- Senior management development programmes
- Report writing
Location: Accra
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