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About PCPD
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The Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data is an independent office established by the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (“the Ordinance”), to protect the privacy of individuals in relation to personal data.  The Privacy Commissioner's Office (“PCPD”) is now seeking suitably qualified candidates for the following posts in: -


(A) Legal Counsel (LC)

Remuneration

Basic salary at $62,510 per month.

Essential Requirements
a)

A bachelor’s degree in law from a Hong Kong university, or equivalent;
b)
Solicitor or barrister in a recognized jurisdiction as stipulated under the Legal Officers Ordinance;
c)
Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience;
d)
Experience in litigation work will be an advantage; and
e)
Excellent command of oral and written Chinese and English.  Proficiency in Putonghua an added value.


Duties

Working under the supervision of the Chief Legal Counsel, the Legal Counsel will: -

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handle Administrative Appeals Board cases and attend hearings;
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undertake legal researches and assist in the review of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance;
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advise on legal aspects of administration, complaints, investigations and inspections;
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 provide legal support for projects undertaken by the PCPD;
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assist the preparation of guidance materials, guidelines and codes of practice; and
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 perform any other duties as assigned by the Chief Legal Counsel.

Terms of Employment

A contract for 2 years.


(B) Personnel Executive (PE)

Remuneration

Basic salary at $16,760 – 21,880 per month plus a monthly cash allowance of $475
(Basic salary is offered commensurate with experience.  The amount of cash allowance shall subject to the provision prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made).


Essential Requirements
a)

A recognized degree or equivalent in human resources management or business administration;
b)
Minimum three years of post-qualification experience in personnel administration, preferably gained at supervisory position in public organizations;
c)
 Good command of written and spoken Chinese and English; proficiency in Putonghua an added value;
d)
 Knowledge of the requirements of the Employment Ordinance and related laws and personnel matters; and
e)
  Mature, analytical, self-motivated and independent.


Duties

The Personnel Executive will support the Assistant Administrative Manager in managing the daily transaction and activities of personnel office.  He/she will also assist in developing, giving advice on and implementing personnel policies and procedures.

Terms of Employment

A 3-year contract with gratuity of 10% of the basic salaries received over the agreement period upon satisfactory completion of the agreement.


(C) Legal Secretary (LS)

Remuneration

Basic salary ranges from $10,845 - $20,835 per month plus a monthly cash allowance of $400 (Basic salary is offered commensurate with experience.  The amount of cash allowance shall subject to the provision prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made).


Essential Requirements

a)

5 passes including English (Syllabus B) and Chinese Language at Grade E / Level 2 or above in the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination;
b)
Minimum 3 years secretarial experience in legal environment;
c)
Good command of oral and written Chinese and English; proficiency in Putonghua a definite advantage;
d)
English and Chinese typing speed of 50 wpm and 25 wpm or above respectively;
e)
Well versed in MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Chinese word-processing;
f)
Well-organized, attentive to details and be able to handle multiple tasks; and
g)
An independent and team worker.


Duties

The Legal Secretary will: -

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provide a full range of secretarial services to the Legal Division, such as handling of confidential files and documents, telephone calls, facsimile messages and emails and receiving callers and guests;
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assist in preparation of documents and appeal bundles for Administrative Appeals Board cases;
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 maintain a register of all reference materials and documents of the Legal Division; and
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 perform any other duties as assigned by members of the Legal Division.

Terms of Employment

A 3-year contract with gratuity of 10% of the basic salaries received over the agreement period upon satisfactory completion of the agreement.



(D) Administrative Assistants (AAs)

Remuneration

Basic salary ranges from $10,190 to $20,835 per month.  Salary offered will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.


Essential Requirements

a)

A diploma in business administration or related discipline;
b)
Two years’ working experience in office administration (applicants having more experience can also be considered if found with lesser qualifications);
c)
Ability to organize well, attend to details and work independently under pressure;
d)
Good command of English and Chinese; proficiency in Putonghua an added value; and
e)
Pleasant character, team spirit and good interpersonal skill.


Duties

The incumbent will be deployed to provide secretarial and other clerical supports to the different divisions of PCPD including Information Technology or the Policy Divisions.

Terms of Employment

A contract for 6 months.



Points to Note

Close of Applications:

Tuesday, 16 March 2010

Application:

Interested candidates should download the job application form from our website at www.pcpd.org.hk.  

The completed application in the job application form with a covering letter stating the reasons for suitability for this job should reach the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, 12/F, 248 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong not later than the closing date, for the attention of the Assistant Administration Manager.

Please quote the post applied for and the word "Confidential" on the envelope.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.  Personal data provided will be used for recruitment purpose only and in accordance with the Code of Practice on Human Resource Management.


The Privacy Commissioner is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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