A.   CORPORATION SECRETARY, JOB GRADE ICTA 2

 Job Specifications

 Duties and responsibilities will entail:

a)    Advising the Authority on legal matters;

b)    Monitoring compliance of the company with various regulations issued by the Regulatory Bodies;

c)    Advising the Authority and coordinating with the functional areas in relation to legal requirements;

d)    Overseeing and managing compliance issues within the Authority;

e)    Responsible for the timely release of legal advice to assist the Authority in making an informed decision;

f)     Lead the drafting and reviewing of contract, agreements and leases in which the office is involved;

g)    Ensure adequate preparation and representation of the office in litigation matters, represent the office in court and adduce evidence in all cases where office may be involved;

h)    Ensuring timely compliance with rules and regulations affecting the Authority, including the Code of Conduct and Ethics; and

i)     Attending to all legal matters of the Authority including advising, vetting and drafting of legal agreements in relation to the Authority’s operations.

b) Person Specifications 

 For appointment to this grade an officer must have: -

     i.        At least twelve (12) years of relevant work experience in Public Service or Private Sector, five (5) of which in senior management position;

    ii.        Bachelor in Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized institution;

  iii.        Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines; Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;

   iv.        Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from a recognized institution;

    v.        Been admitted as an Advocate of the High Court;

   vi.        Certificate in computer application skills;

 vii.        Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

viii.        Be a Certified Public Secretary (K) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

   ix.        Meets the provision of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution; and

    x.        Demonstrate competence in work performance.

(c) Competencies and Skills

     i.        Communication skills;

    ii.        Collaboration and team work

  iii.        Innovative and creativity;

   iv.        Customer and stakeholder orientation

    v.        Drive for results;

   vi.        Organisation and planning skills

 vii.        Negotiation skills