Internal Position No.: 
24 of 2016
Department: 

Role Summary

The successful applicant will perform all administrative and management functions relating to operations of the Court in an efficient and competent manner to ensure a professional customer service is provided to and for the Court.

 

Main Responsibilities

  1. Perform a wide range of administrative tasks, including in-court duties, client-contact enquiries, and office administrative responsibilities to support the operations of the Court in a timely and professional manner.
  2. Supervise directly and indirectly the staff and operations of the Magistracy Department.
  3. Responsible for the development, evaluation and implementation of new policies and procedures to ensure the department is performing at a high standard at all times.
  4. Liaise with the judiciary, magistracy, external organizations, groups and individuals that interface with the Court to ensure adequate coordination and communication.
  5. Administer cases to include setting dates for hearings, issuing notices, corresponding with Attorneys and litigants and ensuring case files are properly maintained.
  6. Prepare written and statistical reports on the operations of the department to support effective management and strategic planning for the department.
  7. Serve as the Accounting Officer.
  8. Prepare and manage the Department’s Annual Budget.
  9. Ensure the preparation and submission of Performance Planning and Appraisal Report for all staff.
  10. Develop and implement strategic plans.
  11. Identify job specific and environmental factors, develop/enforce health and safety policies and mitigate and minimize hazards to promote health and safety of officers.
  12. Perform any other related duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the department.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Law Degree
  • Five (5) years related post graduate experience
  • Excellent knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
  • Expert knowledge of applicable statutes and statutory interpretation
  • Expert knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, ordinances, legislation, policies and procedures
  • Sound knowledge of Government budget and accounting procedures
  • Sound analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent leadership, managerial and supervisory skills
  • Excellent research and report-writing skills
  • Excellent analytical and decision-making skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Sound interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Ability to work well under pressure
Closing Date: 
Friday, 8 April 2016
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