Legal Unit
Strategic legal leadership and support ensuring the Ghana AIDS Commission operates within the laws of Ghana and international obligations relating to HIV and AIDS.
Overview
About the Legal Unit
The Legal Unit of the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) provides strategic legal leadership and support to ensure that the Commission operates within the framework of the laws of Ghana and international obligations relating to HIV and AIDS. The Unit plays a critical role in safeguarding the Commission’s legal interests, promoting compliance, managing legal risks, and supporting the effective implementation of the Commission’s mandate. The Unit also contributes to policy development, legal advocacy, institutional governance, and stakeholder engagement to strengthen Ghana’s national HIV and AIDS response.
“The “The Legal Unit is responsible for providing legal and administrative leadership for the efficient performance of the Commission’s legal functions. It serves as the principal source of legal advice to the Commission and ensures that all activities, policies, programmes, and operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, and established procedures.”
Head, Legal Unit
Leads the Legal Unit in providing strategic legal counsel, managing institutional risk, and ensuring compliance in support of the Commission’s mandate
Key Responsibilities
Core functions delivered by the Legal Unit in support of the Commission’s mandate.
Provides legal advice and opinions to the Commission on matters relating to its mandate and operations.
Represents and protects the interests of the Commission in legal proceedings and administrative matters.
Reviews, drafts, and negotiates contracts, memoranda of understanding, agreements, and other legal instruments.
Collaborates with the Office of the Attorney-General, regulatory bodies, development partners, and other stakeholders on legal matters.
Maintains a comprehensive database and repository of legal documents, legislation, policies, and case records relevant to the Commission.
Coordinates legal risk management and advises on measures to mitigate legal and reputational risks.
Supports the formulation, review, and implementation of policies, strategies, and legal frameworks.
Leads legal advocacy initiatives that advance the Commission’s objectives and promote the rights of persons affected by HIV and AIDS.
Ensures compliance with statutory, regulatory, and governance requirements across the Commission.
Provides legal guidance on employment, procurement, data protection, and institutional governance issues.
Supports the preparation and review of Board papers, governance documents, and corporate policies.
Contributes to the preparation of annual work plans, budgets, reports, and performance assessments of the Unit.
Dedicated to Transparency & Public Confidence
The Legal Unit is committed to delivering timely, professional, and practical legal services that promote accountability, transparency, good governance, and the protection of human rights. Through sound legal counsel and strategic partnerships, the Unit supports the Commission’s mission of providing leadership in Ghana’s response to HIV and AIDS while ensuring compliance with national laws and international best practices.
Key Areas of Service
Corporate Communications
Strategic internal communication, and corporate storytelling.
Public Relations and Media Management
Media liaison, press relations, and public reputation management
Advocacy and Behaviour Change Communication
Campaigns and messaging to influence attitudes and behaviours.
Legal Advisory Services
Expert legal advice and opinions on Commission operations and mandates.
Contract Drafting and Review
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, agreements, and legal instruments.
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Representation and resolution of legal disputes and administrative matters.
Policy and Legislative Review
Supporting policy formulation, legal framework reviews, and legislative advocacy.
Governance and Compliance Support
Ensuring adherence to statutory, regulatory, and governance requirements.
Legal Advocacy and Human Rights
Advancing the rights of persons affected by HIV and AIDS through legal advocacy.
Institutional Risk Management
Identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal and reputational risks.
Stakeholder Engagement and Legal Coordination
Collaboration with government, partners, and regulators on legal matters.