Director of Legal Services

Purpose of the Job To provide strategic legal counsel and governance support to ensure that the authority’s business is transacted according to the Mines Act and laws of Malawi and other relevant legal frameworks. Key Roles and Responsibilities Developing Directorate plans, programmes, projects and budgets based on priorities within allocated resources. Assisting with the development, monitoring and review of policies, plans, strategies, procedures and systems relating to legal matters. Formulating, implementing and monitoring short-term and long-term legal strategies for mining regulation. Ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and statutory compliance of all corporate legal records, including Board Pack and official documents Providing guidance and advising the Board and the Authority on mining and minerals related laws in respect to the business transactions. Actively participating in the development and review of laws pertaining to the sector. Providing and monitoring the implementation of enforcement claims and litigation process. Manage the engagement of external legal counsel for litigation and specialised legal services Representing the authority in all legal dealings, including dispute resolution, contract negotiations and litigation. Evaluating the legality of documents issued or approved by the authority such as licences, codes and orders. Undertaking legal research, vetting legal opinions, and providing of legal advice. Preparing, reviewing, and drafting agreements, including international conventions analysis. Directing and supervising members of staff in the Directorate to achieve efficient and effective work plans. Mode of Application Interested persons should submit their application together with copies of relevant certificates, National Identity, and Curriculum Vitae with names and addresses of three traceable referees to: The Comptroller of Statutory Corporations P.O Box 30061, Capital City LILONGWE 3 Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged and invited for interviews. MMRA is an equal opportunity employer.