Role Summary
The role of Assistant Parliamentary Counsel is to draft legislation and memoranda of understanding on bi-lateral matters and assist with rendering legal advice in a consistent, professional and timely manner.
Main Responsibilities
Draft primary and subsidiary legislations on the basis of drafting instructions from Government Ministries; vet imperial legislations and submit comments thereon in a timely and professional manner.
2. Liaise with and advise Government Ministries and Departments on the formulation of drafting instructions to ensure consistent and effective drafting and application.
3. Monitor and advise on the Legislative Drafting Computerisation Programs of the Chambers in order to ensure that the most efficient and up-to-date programs are employed within the unit.
4. Liaise with and advise the Clerk of the House of Assembly on matters relating to legislations and motions, and advise Government Departments on specific matters, including international law matters, to ensure that Government decisions are based upon up-to-date and expert information.
5. Attend official meetings from time to time to give guidance and assist with rendering advice on legal issues relevant to such meetings.
6. 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 Laws Degree or equivalent
Post graduate degree, diploma or certificate in Legislative Drafting
Legal Practitioner's Certificate
Five (5) years’ post qualification experience
Expert knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
Sound knowledge of legislative drafting practices and procedures
Sound knowledge of applicable statutes and statutory interpretation
Sound legal research skills
Sound knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures
Working knowledge of relevant computer applications
Sound knowledge of the use of standard office equipment
Sound oral and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure