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EASTERN CARIBBEAN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AUTHORITY (ECTEL) VACANCY NOTICE 

POST OF REGULATORY AFFAIRS OFFICER 

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 organizational skills, with the ability to manage time  effectively and priorities 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: 

https://ectel.bamboohr.com/careers/13 

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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