VACANCY NOTICE: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE AND LEGAL AFFAIRS, MJLA
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE AND LEGAL AFFAIRS
P.O Box 404, KALALA HAUS, HONIARA
PHONE NUMBER: 45176/45182/45183 FAX NUMBER: (677) 28424
VACANCY NOTICE
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following vacant positions in the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs. Men and women from all provinces are encouraged to apply.
| Vacancy Ref No: | Position No: | Position Title | Level | Location | Required Qualifications |
| MJLA 42/26 | 292-00231 | Chief Crown CounselCommercial [Readvertise] | L13/SS1 | Hon [Attorney General
Chamber’s Office] |
A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution with 5 years of relevant experience. |
| MJLA 43/26 | 292-00038 | Chief Legal Drafting Counsel [Re-advertise] | L13/SS1 | Hon [Attorney General
Chamber’s Office] |
A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution with 5 years of relevant experience. |
| MJLA 44/26 | 292-00233 | Principal Crown
Counsel- Commercial |
L12/13 | Hon [Attorney General
Chamber’s Office] |
A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| MJLA 45/26 | 292-00318 | Senior Legal Publication [Readvertise] | L7/8 | Hon [Attorney General
Chamber’s Office] |
A degree in English Language, Journalism, Communications, or Administration, specifically when combined with strong legal knowledge or experience in legal publishing. |
| MJLA 46/26 | 292-00319 | Senior Admin Officer [Re-advertise] | L7/8 | Hon [Attorney General
Chamber’s Office] |
A Bachelor’s degree in Management or Public Administration, Human Resource Management or a related field. |
| MJLA 47/26 | 292-00245 | Chief Legal OfficerFamily Unit [Readvertise] | L13/SS1 | Hon [Public Solicitor’s Officer] | A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution with 5 years of relevant experience. |
| MJLA 48/26 | 292-00068 | Senior Legal Officer | L10/11 | Hon [Public Solicitor’s Officer] | A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution |
| MJLA 49/26 | 292-00073 | Senior Legal Officer | L10/11 | Hon [Public Solicitor’s Officer] | A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution |
| MJLA 50/26 | 292-00078 | Para Legal Officer | L4/5 | Hon [Public Solicitor’s Officer] | Diploma in Public Administration with other relevant legal training or experience in any legal institution. |
| MJLA 51/26 | 292-00080 | Typist | L4/5 | Hon [Public Solicitor’s Officer] | Certificate in Secretarial Studies or Diploma in Administration or Office Management in any recognized tertiary institute. |
| MJLA 52/26 | 292-00309 | Logistic Officer | L3/4 | Hon [Public Solicitor’s Officer] | Have at least a secondary education, relevant driving experience, and a current driving license. |
| MJLA 53/26 | 292-00089 | Chief Legal Officer | L13/SS1 | Hon [Office of the Director of the Public Prosecution] | A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution with 5 years of relevant experience. |
| MJLA 54/26 | 292-00204 | Senior Legal Officer | L10/11 | Hon [Office of the Director of the Public Prosecution] | A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution. |
| MJLA 55/26 | 292-00100 | Senior Legal Officer | L10/11 | Hon [Office of the Director of the Public Prosecution] | A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution. |
| MJLA 56/26 | 292-00063 | Senior Legal Officer | L10/11 | Hon [Office of the Director of the Public Prosecution] | A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution. |
| MJLA 57/26 | 292-00103 | Office Manager | L9/10 | Hon [Office of the Director of the Public Prosecution] | A Bachelor’s degree in Public Admin and Management or Financial Management from a recognized institute. |
| MJLA 58/26 | 292-00110 | Clerical Assistant (Registry) | L3/4 | Hon [Office of the Director of the Public Prosecution] | A Certificate qualification in Secretarial Studies, or Administration with relevant work experience. |
| MJLA 59/26 | 292-00284 | Principal Legal Officer | L12/13 | Hon [Law Reform Commission] | A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| MJLA 60/26 | 292-00152 | Principal Legal Officer | L12/13 | Hon [Law Reform Commission] | A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized tertiary institution with 3 years of relevant experience. |
| MJLA 61/26 | 292-00301 | Library Officer [Readvertise] | L8/9 | Hon [Law Reform Commission] | A Bachelor degree in Library and Information Studies with 3 years’ relevant work experience. |
| MJLA 62/26 | 292-00053 | Clerical Assistant (Registry) | L3/4 | Hon [Law Reform Commission] | A Certificate qualification in Secretarial Studies, or Administration with relevant work experience. |
| MJLA 63/26 | 292-00302 | Logistics Officer [Readvertise] | L3/4 | Hon [Law Reform Commission] | Have at least a secondary education, relevant driving experience, and a current driving license. |
| MJLA 64/26 | 292-00315 | Senior Data Processing Officer- Intellectual Property [Re-advertise] | L7/8 | Hon [Registrar General Office] | A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related. |
| MJLA 65/26 | 292-00290 | Receptionist | L3/4 | Hon [Registrar General Office] | A Certificate in Secretarial Studies in a recognized institution with 2 years of relevant work experience. |
Closing date for Applications: 18th September 2026, COB at 4:30 pm.
Important note for interested candidates
A copy of the Application for Employment Cover Sheet Forms (RS Form 6), Job Description (RS Form 2) and Information Packs for each position are available and can be obtained from the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs Headquarter at Kalala Haus, Town Ground
Documents Required
- RS Form 6 – Application for Employment Solomon Islands Government Cover Sheet
- Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copies of your qualifications and transcripts
You will need to post or hand deliver the certified copies of your qualifications, as these cannot be sent by email. Do NOT send originals. Please note: All documents submitted as part of the application will remain the property of the Solomon Islands Government and will not be returned to applicants
Medical Report and Police Clearance
You do NOT have to provide copies of medical report or police clearance when you apply, but if you are shortlisted this will be discussed with you.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Queries
For all queries about the application process or the position/s please contact:
Mr. Francis Oitalei or Ms. Lorretta Talo
Phone: 45182/45183
Email: FOitalei@mjla.gov.sb or ltalo@mjla.gov.sb
Send your applications addressed to:
Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs
P.O Box 404
Kalala Haus, Town Ground
Attention: Human Resource Manager
If you wish to submit online, you can send your applications via the above emails.
Job Features
| Job Category | Chief Crown Counsel-Commercial, Chief Legal Officer-Family Unit, Library Officer, Logistic Officer, Office Manager, Para Legal Officer, Principal Crown Counsel- Commercial, Receptionist, Senior Admin Officer, Senior Data Processing Officer- Intellectual Property, Senior Legal Officer, Senior Legal Publication |