Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for appointment to the post of REGULATORY AFFAIRS OFFICER with the Eastern Caribbean Telecommunications Authority (ECTEL) at its regional Headquarters’ office located in Saint Lucia.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the general direction and supervision of the General Counsel and Secretary to the
ECTEL Board of Directors, the REGULATORY AFFAIRS OFFICER shall be expected to,
among other things:
Provide legal advice to ECTEL on various electronic communications matters, regulatory issues, and general legal matters;
Provide support to the heads of the regulatory departments for preparation of legal and regulatory advice and recommendations to the NTRCs and Contracting States;
Coordinate and support the regulatory regime with regulatory affairs matters, monitoring of regulatory deliverables and engaging the regulatory departments to ensure efficiency;
Prepare quarterly and annual reports on all regulatory activities;
Monitor regulatory activities and collect data to assist with the development of Key
Performance Indicators;
Provide legal support and advice to the NTRCs on electronic communications and
regulatory matters and assist in conducting training for NTRCs;
Ensure Regulatory Compliance by the NTRCs, providing advice and support to
confirm the implementation of recommendations and receipt of relevant
documents for ECTEL records;
Monitor outgoing recommendations to the NTRCs on outstanding spectrum and
engagement with the Accounts Department in relation to breaches;
Monitor general compliance of the ECTEL legislative framework;
Conduct legal evaluations of applications such as, but not limited to Licences,
Frequency Authorisations, Interconnection Agreements;
Assist in the development and preparation of licence templates and other
documents relevant to licensing;
Draft or review agreements, legal instruments and legislation;
Perform administrative legal duties to include drafting correspondence on matters
of a legal nature to external parties, such as Government Ministries/Departments;
and Attend meetings, workshops, conferences as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
The applicant should possess:
Bachelor of Laws Degree (LL.B) preferably from a university in the English
Commonwealth
Certificate in Legal Education Certificate (LEC) or equivalent
Admission to a Commonwealth Bar (preferably within the ECTEL Member States
or CARICOM Member States)
At least five (5) years’ experience in a similar role
Prior experience in a regulatory body/regulation
Demonstrated research skills and knowledge of online legal resources
Prior experience in Regulatory Policy Development would be an asset
Prior experience in litigation and/or knowledge in alternative dispute resolution
(‘ADR’) mechanisms would be an asset
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Strong legal skills (General)
Demonstrated skill with statutory interpretation
Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage time
effectively and prioritise activities
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with several stakeholders
Excellent written communication skills to enable preparation of briefs, minutes,
correspondence, opinions, documents
Sound Legal Judgement and decision-making ability
Strong Presentation Skills
The ability to work in a diverse, multicultural environment
The ability to work well with and integrate well within teams
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, and office systems and technology
Knowledge or experience of legislative drafting (General) would be an asset
Knowledge or training in the field of Electronic Communications/
Telecommunications Law and Regulation would be an asset
Legal Knowledge and Skill in/ background in Regulation and Compliance would be
an asset
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
The successful applicant will be offered a permanent position following the successful completion of the probation period.
COMPENSATION PACKAGE
The compensation package is set at Grade 4, is free of income tax, and includes housing
and vehicle allowances.
DUTY STATION
The successful applicant will be based at the ECTEL’s Headquarters located in Saint Lucia
and will be entitled to a relocation grant and baggage allowances (including transfer of a
vehicle) if recruited outside of the duty station.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please go to the website, www.ectel.int and click on “Resources” and “Vacancies” or
follow the link below to apply:
Applications should be accompanied by a curriculum vitae and the names and contact
information of three (3) referees, along with certified copies of relevant certificates.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 15th March 2025 at 4:30PM.
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