Job Description

What the role is:

The International Affairs Division (IAD) of the Attorney-General's Chambers provides legal advice to all Government departments, Ministries and statutory boards on international law issues. The IAD also represents Singapore at bilateral and multilateral negotiations, and in international disputes, trade-related proceedings and at other international fora. We are a vibrant and relatively small Division which was set up in 1995 in order to advance and protect Singapore's interests through international law. Our work covers a diverse range of matters, including international trade law, human rights law, law of the sea, aviation law and international criminal law. The IAD Treaties Section coordinates all procedural matters related to the making and conclusion of treaties and other international instruments by Singapore. The Treaties Section offers treaty-related services across the whole of the Singapore Government, by vetting and advising on the drafting of treaties and related legal instruments, and providing guidance on policy, processes and practical issues relating to the negotiation and the conclusion of treaties by Singapore. The Treaties Section also serves as the central repository of all treaties which Singapore has entered into. The Treaties Section also develops and maintains legal technology and tools related to knowledge management of treaties and international instruments entered into by Singapore.

What you will be working on:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Working closely with the Team Lead to design and implement effective workflow processes to ensure that the KPIs of the Treaties Section are met. Assisting with the engagement of key Ministries/agencies to identify and assist them with the procedural steps in the treaty-making process, as well as establishing and maintaining long term relationships to promote a co-ordinated approach across whole-of-government. Executing outreach strategies to establish and maintain relationships within the government as well as with foreign counterparts to promote a co-ordinated approach towards treaty-making. Providing information on the procedures, form and modalities for treaty signing. Assisting with the drafting and vetting of treaties and related legal instruments. Assisting with the preparation of the signing copies of treaties, instrument of full powers and the consolidation of related treaty documents. Monitoring of the status of treaties, e.g. when treaties are entered into force, terminated or are due for renewal. Maintaining a precedent advice database to assist with the preparation of draft advice on treaty procedures and processes. Assisting in the design, development and regular review of a Treaty Handbook as guidance material for the Whole-of-Government. Assisting with legal research work where appropriate. Assisting with the periodic review and enhancement to the Centralised Online Repository for Treaties (CORT), Clause and Document Extraction Tool (CADET), and other databases as needed. Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of online KM tools on treaties. Assisting with the maintenance of KM resource on the Law of Treaties. Taking charge of organising various initiatives, projects or events handled by IAD and AGC. Drafting of administrative papers, minutes, reports and correspondences. Monitoring of budget and statistics for reporting purposes. Coordinating various administrative and operational matters relating to the work of the Treaties Section.

What we are looking for:

• Has a keen interest in global affairs and international relations. Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (in particular, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint). Good IT skills and able to learn new systems quickly. Strong command of the English Language with good analytical and writing skills. Good inter-personal and communication skills. Good organisational and project management skills. Self-driven, able to multi-task, result-orientated and takes initiative. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Able to work under tight timelines, pressure and time constraints. Meticulous and pays attention to details. Able to process and handle a high amount of information in a conscientious and organised manner. Our Commitment to You The AGC offers a salary commensurate with your experience and qualifications, Annual Variable bonuses, performance bonuses and annual increments based on merit. We invest in our officers and support their career aspirations so that they can reach their fullest potential. We also place great importance on our officers\' physical and mental well-being through work-life harmony programmes. Successful candidates will be appointed on a contract basis in the first instance. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting. Should you encounter difficulty in applying for this role, please email us directly at AGC_HR_Recruit@agc.gov.sg before the closing date of this job posting. Kindly attach your resume and indicate this position you are keen on in the email subject.

About Attorney-General's Chambers:

The Attorney-General's Chambers plays a pivotal role in enhancing the rule of law and strengthening the efficiency and integrity of Singapore's legal system. It also assists the Judiciary in the fair and impartial administration of justice in Singapore in carrying out its prosecutorial functions. As the Government's legal adviser in all aspects of public administration law, criminal law, international law and legislation, AGC is able to provide a vast array of legal expertise for the good governance of Singapore. We invite interested applicants who meet our requirements to submit your applications online. The successful applicant can look forward to a greatly satisfying career in a prestigious and respected Organ of State: the Attorney-General's Chambers.

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