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• Compile a full brief of evidence to support a criminal prosecution
• Appear in Commission proceedings and give evidence on matters
  relating to offences investigated in line with the tribunal management
  policy and procedures
• Responsible for preparing, reviewing and advising on drafts of all
  contracts, licenses and undertaking of the Commission.
• Oversee the receipt and processing of complaints and advise on
  action to be taken in accordance with EOC tribunal management policy
  guidelines.
• Conduct equal opportunities complaints management and evidence
  gathering process in line with the set policies and procedures.
• Provide Public education and awareness and promote safety in order
  to reduce the incidence of accidence and emergencies and bylaw
  infractions.
• Research and write legal materials for and on behalf of the
  Commission.
• Contribute to and write policy submissions on behalf of Commission

• The applicant for the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) Legal
  Officer must hold an Honours Degree in law from a recognised university
  plus a postgraduate Diploma in legal practise from Law Development Centre.
• A Postgraduate Diploma in law.
• At least two years of working experience in law practise or in
  social justice Sector.
• Considerable knowledge of research and analysis methods.
• Extensive knowledge of the nature and use of tools of legal study.
• Some knowledge of the preparation of briefs and arguments for the
  trying of cases before state Commissions and Courts.
• Ability to write and speak effectively.
• Ability to use judgment, tact and discretion.
• Ability to quickly assimilate oral and written data, to analyze
  facts and draw logical conclusions
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations relative
  to the work.
• Ability to maintain records, and prepare reports and correspondence
  related to the work.

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