Vacancy title: Director Legal and Regulatory Affairs
[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Information Technology , Category: Legal ]Jobs at:
Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA)Deadline of this Job:
19 January 2023
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, January 16, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
The Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA) is a statutory body responsible for the regulation of provision of Information and Communications Technologies (ICTs) and Postal and Courier Services in Zambia. The Authority also coordinates and oversees activities relating to cyber security and the combating of cyber-crime.
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for ensuring corporate and regulatory compliance to the Laws, guidelines and policies; lead in mitigating corporate legal risks; propose and review regulatory frameworks and oversee the enforcement function including licensing of various ICTs, postal and courier services.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and implement legal and regulatory strategies and ensure effective regulatory compliance to stipulated guidelines, regulations and laws;
ii. Provide guidance to the Authority on legal and regulatory affairs;
iii. Propose amendments, development and review of legal and regulatory frameworks;
iv. Oversee the review of legislation, guidelines and ensure that the Authority is compliant to established regulatory standards;
v. Provide legal representation to the Authority and manage the full range of legal strategies;
vi. Keep up with current changes in laws and contribute to the enhancement of the knowledge base of the Authority's legal function;
vii. Offer legal guidance on strategic issues affecting the Authority's mandate; viii. Ensure the development, implementation and monitoring of licensing frameworks and adherence to license terms and conditions issued by the Authority; and
ix. Spearhead enforcement on non-compliant licensees in line with established guidelines.
KEY COMPETENCIES
1. Strategic abilities with well-balanced knowledge of the sector's laws and regulations;
ii. Demonstrated ability to build cohesive teams and to achieve goals through teamwork;
il. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
iv. Assertive, responsive, result oriented and able to work under pressure;
v. Attention to detail; and
vi. Business acumen at operational and strategic level.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
i. Grade twelve certificate or its equivalent;
ii. Bachelor's degree in Law;
iii. Master's degree in a relevant field;
iv. Practicing certificate from the Zambia Institute of Advanced Legal Studies
(ZIALE); and
v. Membership with the Law Association of Zambia.
TENURE
The position of Director Legal and Regulatory Affairs is on a three-year fixed term contract.
EXPERIENCE
Seven (7) years working relevant experience preferably in the ICT sector and/or Regulatory environment, four (4) of which must be at Management level.
Job Experience: No Requirements
Work Hours: 8
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
If you are interested in joining the 'Employer of Choice' and wish to be part of a great and dynamic team, kindly apply through the ZICTA job portal at: https://zicta.mcidirecthire.com/external/currentopportunities and attach latest Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of certificates.
The closing date is January 19, 2023 at 17:00 hrs. Only suitable candidates will be contacted.
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