Executive Director - Legal Services Division
Advertised: 30 October 2025
PeopleConnexion
Government | National Capital District
- Lead all ICAC legal strategy and serve as Chief Legal Advisor.
- Direct complex corruption prosecution, asset recovery, and litigation
- Must have current PNG practicing certificate
The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), established by the Constitution and the Organic Law on the ICAC 2020 (OLICAC), is the lead agency dedicated to preventing, reducing, and combating corrupt conduct across Papua New Guinea. They offer a career of profound national impact, demanding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and courage. Join the organisation to be an integrity role model and shape the future of a vital national institution.
They are seeking exceptional, experienced professionals to fill this pivotal Executive Director role to lead a core operational and strategic division. As a member of ICAC’s senior executive team, you will provide strategic direction and operational oversight to drive the Commission’s mandate.
Lead the Legal Battle Against Corruption
Our client is seeking an accomplished legal professional to step into the role of Executive Director, Legal Services Division. This role serves as the Chief Legal Advisor and General Counsel to the Commission, overseeing a broad spectrum of legal functions, including, prosecutions of complex corruption and serious fraud cases and recovery of assets following the Proceeds of Crimes Act.
This is a strategic leadership position that requires profound legal expertise to navigate constitutional matters, complex litigation, and high-stakes anti-corruption prosecution.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as General Counsel to the Commission, providing high-level legal advice.
- Lead the prosecution of complex corruption and serious fraud cases, including asset recovery.
- Oversee and direct all legal functions, including constitutional law and civil litigation.
- Represent the ICAC in court proceedings and support Commission Hearings.
- Plan, organize, and manage the staff and resources of the Legal and Prosecution branches.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law, with a Master's degree as an advantage.
- Minimum 10 years of legal experience with 7 years or more in a senior management role.
- Admitted to practice law in PNG with a current practising certificate.
- In-depth knowledge and proven experience in litigation across relevant areas of law.
- Extensive knowledge of Constitutional Law, OLICAC, and litigation
- Demonstrated Strategic Leadership and high ethical standards (Integrity).
- Strong advocacy, analytical, and strategic leadership skills.
If you are an exceptional legal leader with a steadfast commitment to justice, take this opportunity to apply and secure your role in protecting PNG’s future.
Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your experience against the key requirements.
Only applicants committed to the highest ethical standards need apply.
Applications close at 5:00 PM, 14th November 2025.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
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Job ID: #25041
Industry: Government
Location: National Capital District, Papua New Guinea
Company: PeopleConnexion
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