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Deputy General Counsel (662) [Wildey, St. Michael]
POSTED BY: Caribbean Development Bank
REF:CARI 03
Date Published:Friday, May 12, 2023
Date of Expiration:Wednesday, November 8, 2023 EXPIRED
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| LOCATION OF THIS JOB |
 Barbados | WILDEY, ST. MICHAEL in Barbados |
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| DEVELOPMENT FINANCE INSTITUTIONS
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| Full-Time |
| MAIN JOB DESCRIPTION |
Requisition ID 662
Posted 20/04/2023
Deadline May 19, 2023 at 11:59 pm AST.
Location: Wildey, St. Michael, Barbados
THE DEPARTMENT
The Legal Department is responsible for providing legal services to CDB. The Legal Department serves the entire Bank and, accordingly, provides services relating to both project and non-project activities. This will typically include services relating to lending, grant, guarantee and other financings, as well as advisory services and restructurings, resource mobilisation (borrowings, capital increases, replenishments, and funds under administration) and all administrative and institutional matters. In addition, the Department is responsible for making arrangements for the Bank to be represented in arbitration or other legal proceedings or matters in which the Bank may be interested. The Department has considerable interface with CDB’s Borrowing Member Countries (BMCs), lenders and development partners.
THE ROLE
1. The DGC reports to the head of the Legal Department, the General Counsel and Bank Secretary.
2. The DGC is responsible for day-to-day management of the Department, directing its resources to provide legal services for the rest of the Bank.
3. The DGC leads, coaches and mentors lawyers in the Department, ensuring that in relation to the operations of the Bank the negotiations and drafting of all Bank agreements are in compliance with relevant law and regulations and that CDB’s interests are protected and its activities are conducted in accordance with its policies, rules and procedures.
4. The DGC is also in charge of annual resource management, including budget preparation and administration along with developing annual work plans with a focus on innovation, efficiency and improving processes and services.
5. Specific additional responsibilities include serving on several committees.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The job will require the DGC to:
1. Manage the day to day functioning of the Legal Department and assist the General Counsel in carrying out his/her duties and responsibilities as principal legal advisor to CDB.
2. Advise on the legal aspects of the Bank’ operations, its relations with the Government of Barbados (with special regard to the rights and obligations under the Headquarters Agreement), member countries, and CDB's staff and consultants.
3. Provide legal services in all areas of the operations of CDB, including corporate, human resources, administrative, information technology, financial matters (including borrowings) and project activities (including appraisals and loans) as well as to ensure compliance with CDB’s Charter, Headquarters Agreement, policies, procedures, rules and other obligations.
4. Manage a team of lawyers and legal professionals to ensure the effective delivery of legal services in all areas concerning assigned project and non-project activities as necessary.
5. Serve as a member of the Departmental Review Committee, attending review meetings and giving comments on project documents, observing accuracy, appropriateness, consistency and clarity.
6. Assist in providing guidance to management in its decision-making by interpreting and disseminating information on national and international legal trends and developments impacting on the Bank's activities.
7. Contribute to the fulfillment of the Bank's strategic plan and objectives by providing sound and creative legal approaches in support of operational strategy.
8. Provide legal services as principal legal advisor to CDB in the absence of the General Counsel.
9. Chair the Adjudication and Review Sub-Committee, dealing with routine papers from the independent areas and the Corporate Services area.
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SELECTION CRITERIA
Must have:
1. Hold a post-graduate degree in law or a degree in another discipline relevant to the job.
2. At least fifteen years’ working experience in the practice of law in the private and/or public sector, with significant experience in corporate finance, capital markets, project finance and derivatives experience.
3. A qualified Attorney-at-law, Barrister or Solicitor as evidenced by relevant qualification and practicing/able to practice in one or more of CDB’s member countries.
4. Substantial knowledge of, or experience with, the constituent instruments, policies and procedures of an MDB or prior work experience in a MDB or International Institution.
Desirable:
1. Working experience in the practice of law in one or more of CDB’s Borrowing Member Countries.
2. A general law practice, with experience in the negotiation and preparation of documentation with respect to matters relevant to CDB’s operations including international loan agreements, as well as familiarity with treaties and international institutions.
COMPENTENCIES
In client engagements, the ability to:
1. ascertain the goals and objectives of the client.
2. have a through comprehension of the technical requirements and merits of each position with respect to negotiations
3. adopt an appropriate negotiating style in response to the issues and personalities involved.
Generally, the ability to:
1. Evaluate relevant facts, issues and risks, to distinguish among various options, to exercise sound judgment, to provide a consistent approach to institutional issues and to prepare and execute effective strategies to achieve the desired objectives.
2. Lead and manage a high performing team of professionals and administrative staff.
3. Undertake high level representational roles on behalf of the Bank at regional and international levels.
4. Build partnership and relationships and to demonstrate excellent political and practical judgment and diplomacy.
5. Contribute advanced knowledge and expertise to different parts of the organisation and to demonstrate deep knowledge of the regulatory framework around development issues.
6. Demonstrate excellent analytical skills and to grasp new and complex concepts and areas of law, combined with a commitment to learning.
ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES
The DGC should demonstrate a strong proficiency in the following organizational core competencies:
1. Acting as a Champion for Change – the ability to identify problems and opportunities for change, implement solutions where appropriate; maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; and support people in their efforts to try new things.
2. Acting Decisively - Moves quickly to make decisions and commits to a straightforward course of action; comfortable making decisions based on partial information; willing to take risks to maintain momentum; shows a strong bias toward action.
3. Championing Customer Needs - Calls attention to issues that impact customer satisfaction; views situations from customers' perspective; encourages people to think about customers when making decisions and develops and sustains productive customer relationships.
4. Developing Talent - Invests time and resources into building the capabilities of team members; helps people define career goals and establish development plans to achieve them; gives people constructive, developmental feedback and advice.
5. Driving for Results - Bottom-line oriented and pushes self and others to achieve results. Keeps current on project status; makes sure people are aware of project status and what they need to do to keep things moving; redirects project resources and activities to overcome setbacks; elevates project concerns to senior levels of leadership when appropriate.
6. Managing Performance - Clearly defines and communicates roles and responsibilities; holds people accountable for accomplishing objectives; recognises and rewards people who achieve results and deliver on performance expectations; provides effective feedback.
7. Managing Risk - Effectively balances risks and opportunities; thinks through potentially positive and negative outcomes; seeks ways to mitigate risks.
8. Setting a Strategic Vision - Identifies and articulates the strategic goals and direction of the company, Division, or group; establishes connections between short-term and long-term objectives and directions. Communicates the vision throughout the organisation through distinctive strategies, goals and action plans that maximise competitive advantage. Inspires and motivates entire Division (s) or department(s) to adopt the vision.
TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
This is a full-time position with the successful candidate being contracted on a two-year basis in the first instance, with the possibility of renewal. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. A pension plan, life and medical insurances are included in the benefits package.
HOW TO APPLY
Before you proceed to apply, please consider the following requirements:
1. You must be a national of one of CDB’s member countries.
2. You will be required to produce evidence of any educational and professional qualifications to support your application if you are selected for an interview.
3. All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks and references.
CDB fully respects the need for confidentiality of information supplied and assures you that your background and interest will not be discussed with anyone including references, without your prior consent.
The deadline for submission of applications May 19, 2023 at 11:59 pm AST.
The Caribbean Development Bank is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, or disabilities. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Bank provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities who participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us to request such accommodation.
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