Location: The Bahamas
Closing date: 26 July 2015
Contract duration: 12 months
Closing date: 26 July 2015
Contract duration: 12 months
Fee: £38,150 per annum
The Government of The Bahamas is determined to provide efficient and effective justice delivery by underlining ‘Swift Justice’ as one of the priorities in their national crime agenda for justice reforms. The swift justice as contained in the “Bahamian Charter for Governance” - the document outlining the national action plan of the ruling party - is anchored on four “Effectives” i.e. Effective Crime Prevention, Effective Crime Detection, Effective Crime Prosecution and Effective Rehabilitation.
Consequently, the Government of the Bahamas (GoB) has identified backlog of cases as one of the major factors inhibiting smooth, efficient and effective delivery and administration of justice. It is keen to take measures that will effectively address the backlog and delays in the delivery of justice. Read more >>
Project Purpose
This project seeks to address these challenges by strengthening procedural rules and justice institutions of The Bahamas to ensure improved access to, and swift administration of justice. The desired changes or expected impacts of the project are procedural, legislative and system reforms, hitherto inhibiting smooth administration and delivery of swift justice.
Scope of Work
- Development of effective integrated case file/flow management processes in the court and Attorney General's office.
- Development of a “Business Requirement” document to inform the structure, software design (where necessary) and practical implementation of the electronic database.
- Development and delivery of procedural guidelines including clear documentation of the processes required by the new/improved systems.
- Undertake capacity building activities (train and mentor nominated officials to take over the management and maintenance of the administrative structures) to familiarise staff with new systems and practical implementation of same.
Reporting and transfer of Expertise
The Commonwealth Fund for Technical Cooperation attaches particular importance to transfer of expertise and knowledge to assigned counterparts and champions within host institutions. The assigned expert will work closely with staff of the AG’s Office, reporting directly to the Attorney General.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Advanced degree in Law or related area. A first degree complemented with post graduate Diploma and relevant years of experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
- 20 years post qualification experience, working as a senior Court Administrator, either as a registrar, master or judge, with in-depth knowledge and experience in court Administration practices, procedures, processes.
- Experience in human capacity development by way of mentoring/training and, providing technical direction and guidance to professional and inexperienced staff is essential.
- Experience in small states jurisdiction would be helpful.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with ability to manage diverse teams and partner relationships;
- Respect for diversity and ability to adapt to different cultural settings.
Deadline for applications is 17:00 BST on 26 July 2015.
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