The Public Procurement & Disposal of Assets Authority (PPDA) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill various vacant positions tenable at the Authority as follows:
Job Title: Chief Legal Services Officer
Grade PPDA5
Division: Public Relations
Location: Lilongwe
Reporting Responsibility: Director of Corporate Affairs
Supervision Exercised: N/A
Purpose of the Job
To provide legal support and advisory services to the Authority’s Management and staff.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Conducting litigations initiated by and against the Authority before the appropriate courts in close coordination with the concerned functions/departments
Providing legal support in drafting and vetting of agreements, MoUs, policies and contracts for the Authority
Providing legal advice and opinion on legal issues affecting the Authority
Proactively resolving of legal issues and providing solutions to avoid litigation
Guiding the Authority in interpretation of laws regarding all aspects of its operations
Setting up systems to ensure compliance with statutory requirements
Evaluating the impact of evolving legal/statutory/regulations on the Authority’s operations
Interfacing with relevant parties on Authority’s behalf to handle litigation, obtain legal advice and legal services
Producing periodic reports
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelors of Law (Honours) Degree from a recognized institution.
A registered member of MLS
At least five (5) years’ work experience on a similar position in a busy environment.
Requisite Knowledge, Abilities and skills
Good writing, analytical and communication skills
Strong research skills
Good drafting and analytical skills
Ability to understand and interpret the relevant regulations
Attention to detail while drafting any agreement
Multi-tasking skills
Quick learner;
Self-starter and Proactive
Willingness to stretch and work under pressure, as and when required to do to
Independent worker who values adherence to timelines
General Conditions
The position attracts a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with one’s qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should send their application together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and names of three traceable referees to
Email: [email protected] or
The Director General
Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority
P/Bag 383
Lilongwe
To reach the Authonty on or before 19th November 2021
