DEPARTMENT : HIGH COURT
LOCATION : MASERU
JOB TITLE : RECORDER
GRADE : D
NUMBER OF POSITIONS : 2
RESPONSIBLE TO : ASSISTANT REGISTRAR
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Assistant Registrar, the incumbent will be responsible for recording and transcribing court proceedings.
MAIN DUTIES:
- TO RECORD COURT PROCEEDINGS
1.1 Marks tape to identify speakers.
1.2 Ensures that the recording machine is functioning
properly.
1.3 Ensures accuracy of the recording.
1.4 Takes notes to identify speakers.
- TO TRANSCRIBE COURT PROCEEDINGS
2.1 Produces a written transcription for the recorded
court proceedings.
2.1 Ensures easy storage and retrieval of all records.
JOB SPECIFICATION
• Diploma in Secretarial Studies with at least 45 wpm typewriting speed.
OR
• Certificate in local law plus at least two years working experience as Court Clerk.
- The incumbent must have knowledge of both official
languages.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• Knowledge and experience of basic law
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Typing skills
RESPONSIBILITY
For work of others: Minimal
For property: Responsible for management of recording machine and tapes.
For effect of Errors: The incumbent is responsible for all errors committed in the execution of his/her duties.
COMPLEXITY
Authority for decision making: Minimal
Problem solving: Minimal
Supervision received: The incumbent is expected to report to Assistant Registrar.
EFFORT
Mental effort: The job requires a high level of concentration on coordinating and organizing.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Hazards: Must be willing to bear the strain of earphone.
Applications on relevant forms of GP. 104 for serving officers and GP. 103 for job seekers accompanied by certified copies of educational Certificates, transcripts, C.V’s etc.… should be hand delivered to Human Resources Division High Court not later than 13 June, 2022.
