The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Agriculture & Fisheries (MA&F) and is Jamaica’s chief agricultural extension advisory and rural development agency. It is national in scope and its mandate is executed through the strategic deployment of its cadre of managerial, technical and support personnel across its island-wide network of service centres in order to bring the service closer to the farming community.

 

The Authority is seeking qualified candidates to fill the positions of:

1. Senior Legal Officer (JLG/LO 3)
2. Senior Director, Human Resource Management & Administration (GMG/SEG 4)

 

Senior Legal Officer (JLG/LO 3)

Under the general direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the incumbent is responsible for:

 

·       Planning and executing the general legal activities of the Authority

·       Providing administrative and legal support to the National Board

·       Maintaining the Official Seal and all official documents such as Acts/Regulations and other Gazetted documents

·       Directing the maintenance of all Minutes of the National Board, Committee meetings and Annual reports.

·       Providing advice on all legal matters and corporate governance

·      Preparation of Legal documents

·      Examines and prepares  new Laws and Regulations

·      Prepares Drafts and Submissions for the Authority

·      Corporate governance standards and policies developed and promulgated

 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

 

·      Excellent knowledge of Government regulations, policies and procedures

·      Good knowledge of the regulations, policies and procedures of the Rural Agricultural Development Authority

·      Working knowledge of International Conventions relevant to the Authority’s activities

·      Sound knowledge of the Laws of Jamaica including Labour Laws

·      Knowledge of Public Sector Management

·      Excellent interpersonal and customer relations skills

·      Excellent oral and written communication skills

·      Good planning and organizational skills

·      Good analytical and problem-solving skills

·      Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications

 

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

·      Bachelor of Laws Degree (LL.B.)

·      Certificate in Legal Education

·      Five (5) years’ experience in private or public sector three (3) of which must be at senior management level

 

 

Please submit your Applications and Resumes’ by Friday, April 19, 2024 to:

 

Senior Director – Human Resource Management & Administration

 

Rural Agricultural Development Authority

 

Hope Gardens

 

KINGSTON 6

 

Or email:  jobs@rada.gov.jm

 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

 

 

 

Senior Director, Human Resource Management & Administration (GMG/SEG 4)

Under the direction of the Principal Director, Corporate Services the Senior Director, Human Resource Management and Administration is responsible for managing the human resources, training, industrial relations and administrative related functions of the Rural Agricultural Development Authority. The person serves as key advisor to the, Divisional Head, Corporate Services, CEO, Directors and staff of the Authority on matters related to Human Resource Management and Administration. 

 

S/he will also help to ensure that the strategic objectives of the organization are attained by:

 

·      developing, implementing and maintaining human resource policies and services which foster optimal staff satisfaction and involvement, and promote business success.

 

·       providing Human Resource Management, Training, Industrial Relations functions, which support the achievement of the Authority’s strategic programmes and objectives.

 

·       developing, implementing and maintaiing the Authority’s facilities management policy to ensure conformity with relevant government rules and regulations.

 

·      Establishing  and maintaining standard operating procedures to enhance staff comfort, safety/health and productivity.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

·      Demonstrated skill in interpreting and applying policy and regulations.

·      Knowledge of Government’s Administrative Audit Act Policy & administrative systems.

·      Ability to identify and analyze HR problems and provide counselling

·      Leadership and negotiating skills

·      Planning & Organizing skills

·      Interpersonal Skills

·      Motivational skills

·      Problem Solving & Analytic skills

·      Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications with special emphasis on HRMIS

 

 

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE    

           

·      First degree in Social Sciences (Management Studies, Business Administration or any other related field)

·      At least six (6) years’ experience in the Human Resource Management at a Senior Management Level.

·      Member of a reputable/affiliated organization

 

Please submit your Applications and Resumes’ by Friday, May 3, 2024 to:

 

Senior Director – Human Resource Management & Administration

 

Rural Agricultural Development Authority

 

Hope Gardens

 

KINGSTON 6

 

Or email:  jobs@rada.gov.jm

 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.