Details Regarding the Vacant Post of Clerical Officer - Legal Barbados Defence Force
1. Headquarters, Barbados Defence Force is inviting suitably qualified applicants for the post of Clerical Officer - Legal.
2. The appointment of Clerical Officer - Legal is a civilian post on the Civilian Establishment of the Barbados Defence Force. Among other qualities, confidentiality and trustworthiness shall be enduring character traits which the Clerical Officer must demonstrate at all times.
3. Academic Qualifications. Applicants should possess:
a. At least four (4) subjects at CXC General Proficiency level, including English Language; and
b. A Certificate in Paralegal Studies from an accredited institution; and
c. At least three (3) years’ relevant experience.
4. Duties and Responsibilities. The successful applicant will be expected to:
a. Draft legal documents, letters and contracts;
b. Research laws, analyse legal data;
c. Filing
5. Skills and Abilities. Applicants should possess:
a. Ability to use modern (computerized) office practices and procedures;
b. Ability to develop skills in the operation of advance office equipment and machines;
c. Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions;
d. Ability to learn assigned clerical tasks within a reasonable time and to adhere to prescribed routines; and
e. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and the public.
6. Salary. The salary of the Clerical Officer - Legal is Z38 – Z24 i.e. $25,891.06 - $39,708.21 per annum
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7. Appointment. The appointment is temporary, may become permanent after three years and is subject to termination by at least one month’ notice on either side.
8. Leave. Leave is granted as follows:
a. Vacation Leave The Clerical Officer is entitled to fourteen (14) days’ vacation leave per annum which increases over time.
b. Sick Leave. Fourteen (14) days sick leave is granted per year.
9. Method of Selection. Applicants will be expected to attend an interview with a panel as selected by HQ BDF. Interested persons are invited to submit applications addressed to the Chief of Staff, Barbados Defence Force, St Ann’s Fort, Garrison, St Michael no later than 7 February 2025.
10. Assessment. Applicants will be assessed on the following:
a. Relevant qualifications and professional training;
b. Experience;
c. Performance at interview;
d. General suitability
11. Further particulars and a copy of the Terms of Reference for the post of Clerical Officer - Legal may be obtained from the Staff Officer Civilian, Barbados Defence Force, Garrison, St Michael. Only suitable applications will be acknowledged.