Administrative Assistant (Kingston) - Attorney General's Chambers (AGC)

The Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) is seeking to recruit suitably qualified persons to fill the following posts in its Legal Services Units (LSUs).

 Administrative Assistant (GMG/AM 4) (LSU) - (Three (3) vacant positions) Ministry of Labour & Social Security LSU (one (1) vacant post), Ministry of Economic Growth & Job Creation LSU (one (1) vacant post), Ministry of Finance & Public Service (one (1) vacant post).

Job Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Senior Assistant  Attprney-General, the Administrative Assistant provides administrative support, paralegal and secretarial services that enhance the Senior Assistant AG's office and the operations of the Legal Service Unit (LSU) in general. The incumbent coordinates the activities of the office, organizes meetings, and manages/monitors the Senior Assistant AG's calendar, drafts reports and other documentation; serves as liaison between the LSU and the AGC-HQ; undertakes research on routine legal matters and drafts Briefs; ensures a proper records management system is maintained and access to online law research facility is available to allow for the efficient operation of the LSU and the timely delivery of service to the Ministry its Departments and Agencies.

Required Competencies:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications and other program applications appropriate to assigned responsibilities
• Solid dictation and transcribing skills
• General knowledge in budget cash flow preparation
• Knowledge of office management and administrative procedures and practices
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration
• Knowledge of research and statistical methods and techniques
• Ability to compose correspondence and reports
• Good knowledge of drafting legal documents
• Working knowledge of GOJ operations and of public sector issues

Minimum Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Administrative Management or Business Administration or related Social Science
• Paralegal qualifications or training
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in a related field

Please visit the Ministry of Justice's website at moj.gov.jm for more information on the job opportunities. Applications and resumes should be submitted on or before Wednesday, August 11, 2021 to the:

Director, Human Resource Management & Administration

Attorney General's Chambers (AGC), First Floor, North Tower, NCB Towers,

Email: hrm@agc.gov.jm

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.