Sr. Legal Adviser for MoMP/Legal Service Directorate
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About Ministry of Mines and Petroleum (MoMP):
Ministry of Mines and Petroleum is an enabler of the sector’s development and steward of all mineral and hydrocarbon resources through the implementation of international best practice, policies, regulations and procedures to encourage environmentally and socially acceptable private investment. It is the responsibility of the Ministry of Mines and Petroleum to ensure progress in research, exploration, development, and exploitation of both minerals and hydrocarbons. The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum approach is to create the highest level of ministerial competence, promote clear and transparent investment opportunities through modern laws, regulation and policies; and develop a progressive and inviting fiscal regime.
Job Summary:
The Ministry of Mines and Petroleum is seeking an Afghan national for the post of Senior Legal Adviser in the Legal Services Directorate. The Senior Legal Advisor will be responsible to the Legal Services Directorate and will work closely with other advisers in the Legal Services Directorate and colleagues in the Ministry.
Skills Required:
Legal FamiliarityLegalAnalyzing Legal Issues In Human ResourcesAdvising
Requires travel to provinces:
No
Skills Description:
Ability to draft legal and other technical documentation
Research skills
English language skills
Time management skills
Good communication skills
Office administrative and computing skills
Flexibility and enthusiasm
Ability to participate in discussion and operate as part of a multinational team
S/he should possess excellent writing, editing, and speaking skills in Dari, Pashto and English.
Priority will be given to candidates who demonstrate a high level of motivation and good communication, hardworking and interpersonal skills
S/he must be well versed in MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint and etc.
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Develop an action plan on Legal Advisory based on job description.
2. Provide advice and support in all matters related to legal issues affecting the extractive industries in Afghanistan
3. Assist in the drafting and revision of laws and other technical documentation
4. Review documents for compliance with the law
5. Undertake assigned research relating to the extractive industry legal framework
6. Undertake collaborative work with other advisers and Ministry colleagues on a variety of projects
7. Performing any other tasks assigned by the Director on the basis of laws, regulations and objectives of organization.
Job Location:
Job Location:
Afghanistan, Kabul
Qualifications:
At least Bachelor Degree in Law and Master’s degree in this fields are highly encouraged or a related subject
Work experience in Afghanistan
At least 5-7 years of relevant experience in the application of law in the public or private sector. 5 years of relevant experience with Master degree and 7 years of relevant experience with Bachelor degree is required.
Experience of project-based work
Job Keywords:
Sr. Legal Adviser
Submission Guideline:
Applicants are requested to submit a complete application package which must include all required documents (provided below) to recruitment.momp.psu@gmail.com with a Subject line
MoMP/PSU/Sr.Legal Adviser/Legal Service Directorate Applications must be received by no later than .05 October, 2019.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
a. Cover memo/email text that outlines how your qualifications and experience meet the selection criteria.
b. A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Note: IN ORDER TO HAVE YOUR APPLICATION CONSIDERED, YOU MUST SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS, MENTIONING THE SUBJECT LINE. IF YOU OMIT ANY OF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS, COVER PAGE, CV. YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Attention: Development Projects HR Unit, 4th floor, Main Building Ministry of Mines and Petroleum (MoMP), At Abdul Haq Square.
Ahmad Siar Najib: Projects HR Coordinator
Contact details: 0093 (0) 784 846 000
Female Candidates are highly encourage to participate.