Job Purpose   

To provide administrative and clerical support to the Directorate of Legal Affairs while, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of legal processes

 Key Duties & Responsibilities            

• • Prepare affidavits, hearing notices and other court documents and maintain document files and case correspondence;
  • Research and analyze law sources to prepare drafts of briefs or arguments for review, approval, and use by Advocates;
  • Review and file pleadings, petitions, and other documents relevant to court actions;
  • Deliver or direct delivery of court pleadings/documents to witnesses and parties to action;
  • Serve copies of letters and pleadings to opposing counsel/entity;
  • Arrange transportation and accommodation for witnesses if required;
  • Store, catalogue, and maintain currency of legal volumes;
  • Ensure compliance with the Data Protection and Privacy Act 2019;
  • Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Qualifications         

• Minimum of a Diploma in Law from a recognized institution;
• Must possess a Certificate for Service of Court process.

Experience     

At least 1 year’s relevant work experience

 Skills/Competences  

• Ability to build, lead, and work with teams;
• Computer Literacy, Interpersonal & communication skills;
• Quick judgment and decision making;
• Ability to initiate change;
• Confidentiality;
• Ethics and Integrity.