REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA

JUDICIARY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Judiciary is an arm of Government established under Part VIII of the Constitution (Amendment) No. 2 of 2016. Its mission is “to administer justice to all in an independent, impartial, competent and timely manner.” In order to improve service delivery, the Judiciary is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following vacancies.

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1. COMMISSIONER (ADJUDICATOR) – SMALL CLAIMS COURT

TO BE BASED IN CHIPATA ON PART-TIME BASIS (4 POSITIONS)

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be required to report to the Registrar responsible for the Small Claims Courts and will be responsible for the following duties:

a) Review and assess cases to determine the eligibility for resolution within the Small Claims Court jurisdiction;
b) Conduct hearings and ensure all parties have an opportunity to present their cases and be heard;
c) Render decisions promptly and explain legal rules and regulations to litigants and ensure compliance with orders and decisions;
d) Issue appropriate orders and decisions;
e) Maintain accurate records of proceedings;
f) Determine dates and timelines for hearings, status and scheduling;
g) Prepare written orders, rulings or judgments;
h) Communicate litigants’ rights and responsibilities clearly, courteously and professionally;
i) Clarify legal procedures and processes to litigants;
j) Stay updated on developments in legal procedures and attend training sessions or workshops to enhance knowledge and skills.

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KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENT

Minimum Primary/Secondary Education:

• Full Form V / Grade 12 School Certificate with at least 5 O-Levels including English.

Minimum Vocational/Professional Qualifications:

• LLB Degree
• Certificate of Admission as an Advocate of the High Court.

Minimum Relevant Experience:

• Five (5) years as a legal practitioner.

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COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Written Skills

• Ability to write reasoned judgments and rulings.

Oral Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Other Skills/Attributes

• Analytical skills
• Impartiality
• Integrity
• Confidentiality
• Legal Research skills