SENIOR LEGAL OFFICER – Public Procurement Regulatory Authority

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SENIOR LEGAL OFFICER – 2 YEARS CONTRACT

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (the Authority) seeks to recruit an experienced Senior Legal Officer to join the Legal Team in the Office of the Board Secretary. This is a contract position where the incumbent’s role is to undertake legal research and provide legal advice to the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (the Authority) to ensure strict compliance with the PP Act and Regulations and other applicable laws in Botswana. The position reports to the Board Secretary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advises on all legal issues and prepares legal opinions to the Authority on procurement, regulatory compliance, contract, labour law, litigation issues, among others.
• Reviews, draft legal contracts, invitation to tenders (ITTs), manuals, circulars and guidelines as required in terms of the PP Act.
• Serves as Secretary to the Suspensions and Debarring Committee of any other Committee of the Authority and provides legal advice and administrative secretarial support to the Committee.
• Provides guidance to the Authority on corporate governance matters.
• Assists with enquiries from Regulatory Oversight Bodies.
• Facilitates capacity building on legal and public procurement matters.
• Oversees litigation of the Authority and liaises with External Attorneys as well as courts.
• Monitors and reviews legal expenditure
• Drafts legal, risk, insurance and other reports.
• Supervises Legal Officers and legal interns.
• Represents the Authority in external engagements and interactions with stakeholders.
• Assesses and manages legal risks and ensures adherence to internal policies and standards.

*EDUCATION:* LLB (Bachelor of Law) and admitted to practice as an Attorney in the High Court of Botswana. Master’s in Law will be an added advantage.

*EXPERIENCE:* Minimum 5 (five) years as a practicing lawyer with contract law and court experience. Experience in Corporate or regulatory environment will be an added advantage.

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Research and analytical diagnostic skills
• Ability to influence decisions
• Attention to detail, results oriented
• Integrity
• Leadership skills (team mobilization and collaboration)

LEGAL OFFICER – 2 YEARS CONTRACT

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The Authority seeks to recruit a Legal Officer within the Legal Department in the Office of the Board Secretary. This is a contract position where the incumbent’s role is to conduct legal research, provide legal advice to the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (the Authority) and to ensure strict compliance with the PP Act and Regulations. This position reports to the Senior Legal Officer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides legal advice and legal opinions on procurement and legal matters.
• Conducts appropriate research to prepare legal advice and opinions.
• Vets and reviews contracts, ITTs and other procurement documents.
• Assists with the management of law firms and reporting.
• Undertakes regulatory compliance reviews.
• Prepares litigation reports for review by the Manager.
• Facilitates capacity building on legal and public procurement matters.
• Assists in facilitation of compliance reviews and training.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION: LLB (Bachelor of Law) and admitted to practice as an Attorney in the High Court of Botswana. Master’s in Law will be an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum three (3) years qualification experience. Experience in Corporate or regulatory environment will be an added advantage.

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Research and analytical diagnostic skills
• Ability to influence decisions
• Attention to detail
• Integrity
• Team player

REMUNERATION: PPPRA offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.

VALUES
Integrity
Transparency
Professionalism
Service Excellence
Accountability

*PPPRA*
Public Procurement Regulatory Authority
*Public Procurement
For Development*