Organization: ECOWAS Community Court of Justice (CCJ)
Duty Station: Abuja, Nigeria
Application Email: b60registerverbrepccj@ecowas.int
Age Limit: Below 45 years (Internal candidates exempt)
Assessment: Written exercise and competency-based interview
ROLE OVERVIEW
Under the supervision of the Deputy Chief Registrar, the Registrar, Verbatim Report is responsible for the strategic supervision, monitoring, and coordination of court proceeding recordings and transcriptions. The incumbent ensures the production of high-quality verbatim reports of all Court sessions in the three (3) official working languages (English, French, and Portuguese) in a timely manner for Judges and stakeholders. This role provides direct leadership to the Senior Court Reporters, Court Reporters, and Assistant Reporters.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Unit Supervision: Lead and coordinate the activities of the Verbatim Reporting Unit to meet judicial deadlines.
- Technical Oversight: Ensure all recording equipment is functional, tested, and ready for every Court session.
- Judicial Collaboration: Partner with Judges to ensure smooth proceedings and the accurate capture of legal arguments.
- Transcription Management: Guarantee the production of full, accurate, and timely records of all court proceedings across all three official languages.
- Reporting: Generate monthly status reports on the progress of transcriptions and the overall status of verbatim report proceedings.
- Institutional Support: Perform related legal-administrative tasks as assigned by the President, Chief Registrar, or Deputy Chief Registrar.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Education: Master’s degree in Law or an equivalent legal degree from a recognized university.
- Experience: * Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in administrative law or related judicial areas.
- At least two (2) years of relevant international work experience.
- At least five (5) years in a supervisory or management capacity.
- Legal Mastery: Demonstrated competence in administrative law and judicial procedures, with the ability to edit the complex legal work of others.
- Research Skills: Strong analytical skills and the ability to conduct comprehensive legal research on unique or complex international law issues.
ECOWAS KEY COMPETENCIES
- Leadership: Ability to lead by example, champion change, and implement internal controls for judicial programs.
- Multicultural Diplomacy: Diplomacy and respect for diverse cultural views within West Africa, ensuring an inclusive environment for multinational teams.
- Communication: Proficiency in oral and written French and English is required. Accuracy in technical writing (legal blueprints, business processes) is essential.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to break down complex legal situations into simple terms using diagrams and effective expository writing.
- Operational Excellence: Knowledge of program management (MSP or PgMP certification is an advantage).
ECOWAS WORK ENVIRONMENT
ECOWAS provides a work environment reflecting the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity, and a healthy work-life balance. We are committed to gender parity and highly encourage applications from women, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, and persons with disabilities.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application package via email. The package must include:
- A filled Job Application Form (including three professional references). DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION FORM
- A Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A Tailored Cover Letter.
Submission Address: b60registerverbrepccj@ecowas.int
Subject Line: Registrar, Verbatim Report
Note: ECOWAS does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Failure to comply with the submission requirements will result in the cancellation of the application.
Ensuring judicial transparency and linguistic excellence in the West African legal system.