Pleader Prosecution

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF ROLE:

This position reports directly to the Director Public Prosecutions. Under the general supervision and guidance of the DPLD, the pleader will carry out the duties and responsibilities as assigned.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Handle civil cases against the Republic under the guidance of the DPP;
• Attend Court with DPP to represent the Republic in civil and criminal matters;
• Assist DPP in the preparation of legal opinions and advice to the Government;
• Carry out and perform tasks assigned by the DPLD;
• Carry out research and provide advice to the DPLD;
• Drafting pleadings, memoranda and correspondence;
• Attend meeting with stakeholders;

Otherwise generally provide support to the Office of the DPLD

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• The Pleaders Course and Advocacy Course
• Experience working in a law office desirable
• Strong analytical and research skills;
• Strong Advocacy skills;
• Excellent communication skills both spoken and written, including the ability to produce a variety of written materials in a clear and concise style;
• Ability to manage time and prioritise work under pressure of frequent, multiple and tight deadlines;
• Computer literate;
• Ability to work as part of a team;
• Self-motivated, punctual and be able to work with limited supervision.
• Must be able to maintain high levels of confidentiality at all times

Expression of interest letters must be electronically word processed and should state – full name, contact details (email, phone and address), and attached with curriculum vitae, copy of qualifications, supporting references and any other relevant attachments.

Interested persons may collect job application forms at Chief Secretary Department, Human Resource Section Government Office, Yaren.

Please submit your applications to the following addresses, no later than 5:00pm Friday 22^nd September, 2023.

Peta Gadabu
Secretary for Corporate Services
Human Resource & Labour
Chief Secretary Department
Government Office, Yaren
Email: petagadabu@gmail.com

Clarissa Scotty
Manager Recruitment & Employment Contracts
Human Resource & Labour
Chief Secretary Department
Government Office, Yaren
Email: clarissa.scotty@yahoo.com