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Legal Officer
West African Examinations Council · Accra
Job description
About the role
The West Africa Examinations Council is seeking a qualified Legal Officer to join its Ghana National Office. Reporting to the Head of the Legal Unit, the officer will support the Council’s legal functions across its regional activities.
Key responsibilities
- Draft, review and negotiate contracts and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research and provide analysis on relevant issues.
- Represent the Council in court proceedings and before quasi‑judicial bodies.
- Serve on staff investigation committees.
- Assist the Head of the Legal Unit and other departments in achieving organisational objectives.
- Undertake any other duties as assigned.
Required profile
- University degree in law with professional qualification.
- Practising advocate of the High Court of Ghana.
- Minimum three years of relevant legal experience.
- High integrity, confidentiality and reliability.
- Demonstrated leadership ability and strong written communication.
- Good organisational, coordination and results‑oriented mindset.
- Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
Required skills
- Computer literacy.
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West African Examinations Council
Accra