Ethiopia Commodity Exchange Vacancy 2024

The vision of ECX is to become a leading and dynamic African Exchange of choice. ECX has a mission to provide a modern, efficient, transparent, and reliable market platform and warehousing service through the adaptation of technology, excellence in innovation, and integrity.

ECX is a unique partnership of market actors, Members of the Exchange, and its main promoter, the Government of Ethiopia. ECX represents the future of Ethiopia, bringing integrity, security, and efficiency to the market. ECX would like to promote motivated and qualified applicants for the following positions.

Position 1: Junior, Legal Service and Enforcement

Job Requirements:

• LLB 
• Not Required

SUMMARY OF MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the development of strategy, arguments, and testimonies in preparation for the presentation of cases before courts of law or other judicial or quasi-judicial institutions;
• Participates in the development and revision of policies, procedures, and manuals of the Division; 
• Ensures the organization and safekeeping of files and records of court cases, investigation reports, and other related documents
• Participate in Gathering all necessary evidence to formulate a defense or to initiate legal action to defend the interests of the Exchange;
• Participate in providing legal consultations, comments, advice, and interpretation on issues related to the Rules of the Exchange, Labor Law, and other pertinent laws applicable to the Exchange operation to different Departments/Divisions of the Exchange.;
• Assist in the preparation of investigation reports regarding rule violations and prepare responses to appeals made by members, clients of intermediary members, or floor representatives. 
• Assists the awareness creation programs to members, employees of the Exchange, and  other stakeholders concerning the Rules of the Exchange, Labour Law, and other pertinent laws applicable to the Exchange;
• Assists in the preparation of responses to requests made by government institutions, business sectors, and other stakeholders as necessary;
• Represents ECX before a court of law, quasi-judicial or administrative organ as necessary; 
• Prepares periodic reports concerning the activities of the Division; and
• Performs other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor

Location: Addis Abeba, Head office

Position 2: Associate, Legal Service and Enforcement

Job Requirements:

• LLB 
• 2 years of relevant work experience in judiciary, prosecution, legal advisory business analysis, exchange operations, surveillance, marketing, or related areas.

SUMMARY OF MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in the development and revision of policies, procedures, and manuals of the Division; 
• Ensures the organization and safekeeping of files and records of court cases, investigation reports, and other related documents
• Assists the research and analysis regarding laws applicable to the Exchange to identify issues that need an introduction of new rules or amendment of the Rules; drafts Rules of the Exchange, and operational contracts and presents it to appropriate bodies for approval; 
• Assist in the development of strategy, arguments, and testimonies in preparation for the presentation of cases before courts of law or other judicial or quasi-judicial institutions;
• Participate in Gathering all necessary evidence to formulate a defense or to initiate legal action to defend the interests of the Exchange;
• Provides legal consultations, comments, advice, and interpretation on issues related to the Rules of the Exchange, Labor Law, and other pertinent laws applicable to the Exchange operation to different Departments/Divisions of the Exchange.;
• Prepares Minutes of Business Conduct Committee meetings and follows up enforcement of BCC’s decision; and prepares letters of disciplinary measures;
• Assists in the preparation of investigation reports regarding rule violations and prepares responses to appeals made by members, clients of intermediary members, or floor representatives. 
• Assists the awareness creation programs to members, employees of the Exchange, and  other stakeholders concerning the Rules of the Exchange, Labour Law, and other pertinent laws applicable to the Exchange;
• Participates in the revision of internal agreements and procedures, including those between warehouse operators, clearing institutions, members, and clients, to determine legality and compatibility with rules and regulations governing the Exchange;
• Assists in the preparation of responses to requests made by government institutions, business sectors, and other stakeholders as necessary;
• Represents ECX before a court of law, quasi-judicial or administrative organ as necessary; 
• Establishes and maintains networks and good relationships with government institutions, business sectors, and other stakeholders as necessary.
• Prepares periodic reports concerning the activities of the Division; and
• Performs other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor

Location: Addis Abeba, Head office

Position 3: Senior Specialist, Investigation and Enforcement

Job Requirements:

• LLM/LLB  
• 4/6 years of relevant work experience in judiciary, prosecution, legal advisory business analysis, exchange operations, surveillance, marketing, or related areas. 

SUMMARY OF MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in the development and revision of policies, procedures, and manuals of the Division; 
• Conducts research and analysis regarding laws applicable to the Exchange to identify issues that need an introduction of new rules or amendment of the Rules; drafts Rules of the Exchange, and operational contracts and presents them to appropriate bodies for approval; 
• Provides legal consultations, comments, advice, and interpretation on issues related to the Rules of the Exchange and other pertinent laws applicable to the Exchange operation to different Departments/Divisions of the Exchange. 
• Oversees compliance with relevant laws, and rules of the Exchange; follows up enforcement of the BCC disciplinary measures and reviews and forwards the reports to the Secretary of the BCC; 
• Prepares investigation reports regarding Rules violations and prepares responses to appeals made by members, clients of intermediary members, or floor representatives. 
• Facilitates the awareness creation programs to members, employees of the Exchange, and other stakeholders concerning the Rules of the Exchange and other pertinent laws applicable to the Exchange; 
• Reviews internal agreements and procedures, including those between warehouse operators, clearing institutions, members, and clients, to determine legality and compatibility with rules and regulations governing the Exchange; 
• Prepares periodic reports concerning the activities of the Division; and 
• Performs other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor. 

Location: Addis Abeba, Head office

Deadline: January 02, 2025

How to Apply:

All interested and qualified applicants may send a cover/application letter and updated CV with relevant documents in the below link 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/13HoNSdoY4VYydv4LEO5dnTVk2G7sTZEyA2ytynjxOdI/edit

On or before January 02, 2025

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ECX is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified female candidates. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.