Ministry of Justice Jamaica Jobs 2026 – 12 Career Opportunities

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE & CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs (MJCA) is seeking to recruit suitably qualified persons to fill the following positions:

1. Audit Manager (FMG/AS 4) – Vacant

Division: Internal Audit Division

Starting Salary: $6,333,301 per annum

Job Purpose:

Under the leadership and direction of the Chief Internal Auditor (CIA), the Audit Manager is responsible for managing audit teams in the execution of varied internal assessments with multiple degrees of complexity in accordance with applicable procedures and standards.

Additionally, the Audit Manager provides a high level of internal audit consultancy and advisory services for the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs (MJCA) and its subjects, while supporting the CIA in ensuring the effectiveness and appropriateness of internal audit, internal controls, risk management, compliance and governance.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounts, Finance, Business Administration, Management or Economics.
• ACCA Fundamentals or equivalent; plus, over five (5) years’ auditing experience and relevant experience in the specialized area.
• Successful completion of relevant government auditing courses and professional audit training would be an asset.

2. Senior Auditor (FMG/AS 3) – Vacant

Division: Internal Audit Division

Starting Salary: $5,198,035.00 per annum

Job Purpose:

Under the direction and management of the Audit Manager, the Senior Auditor is responsible for undertaking reviews and assessments of intermediate to advanced complexities in accordance with applicable audit procedures and standards.

Additionally, the position works collaboratively with other auditors in execution of major assessments providing audit consultancy and coaching to junior auditors.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounts, Business Administration, Management or Economics.
• ACCA Fundamentals or equivalent; plus, over two (2) years but less than five (5) years’ experience in the specialized field.
• Successful completion of relevant government auditing courses and professional audit training would be an asset.

3. Quantity Surveyor (SOG/ST 5) – Vacant

Division: Project Management and Technical Services Division, Technical Services Branch

Starting Salary: $3,501,526 per annum

Job Purpose:

The Quantity Surveyor, under the guidance of the Director, Technical Services, provides quantity surveying support for construction contracts, administers and appraises payments to ensure compliance, and manages pre- and post-contract financial services for building and civil works.

The role also involves planning and implementing projects within the unit’s portfolio in line with established procedures and guidelines.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying.
• Three (3) years’ job experience as a Quantity Surveyor or construction-related engagement on new and refurbished buildings.

4. Director, Research & Analysis (GMG/SEG 4) – Vacant

Division: Justice Policy, Governance and Human Rights Division

Starting Salary: $6,333,301 per annum

Job Purpose:

The incumbent is responsible for leading and managing the design, coordination and delivery of a robust research and evaluation agenda by ensuring up-to-date research methodologies are utilized in collecting and analysing data and reporting results to support the Ministry’s thrust in the development of evidence-based policies and legislation.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Master’s Degree in a Social Science discipline with emphasis in Social Policy.
• Four (4) years’ experience in the field.

5. Structural Engineer (SOG/ST 7) – Vacant

Division: Project Management and Technical Services Division, Technical Services Branch

Starting Salary: $5,198,035 per annum

Job Purpose:

Under the general direction of the Director, Technical Services, the Structural Engineer is responsible for evaluating, designing, and inspecting structural components of justice infrastructure projects to ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations and Ministry requirements.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• BSc in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Five (5) years’ experience in structural design and construction oversight.
• Registration with a recognized professional engineering body is an asset.
• Experience in structural design, analysis and inspection.

6. Architect (SOG/ST 7) – Vacant

Division: Project Management and Technical Services Division, Technical Services Branch

Starting Salary: $5,198,035 per annum

Job Purpose:

To provide professional architectural services for the planning, design, development, rehabilitation and maintenance of court facilities and other justice infrastructure, ensuring that all projects are delivered in accordance with approved standards, statutory requirements, budgetary provisions and project timelines.

The post also provides technical advice throughout the project lifecycle to support the Ministry’s strategic infrastructure programme and improve access to justice through safe, sustainable and functional facilities.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Architecture (M.Arch.).
• Registration with the Architects Registration Board of Jamaica.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ post-qualification experience.
• Project Management certification.
• Experience managing public sector infrastructure projects would be an asset.

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture (B.Arch.).
• Registration with the Architects Registration Board of Jamaica.
• Minimum of seven (7) years’ post-qualification experience.
• Project Management certification.
• Experience managing public sector infrastructure projects would be an asset.

7. Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Engineer – Vacant

Division: Project Management & Technical Services Division

Starting Salary: $5,198,035 per annum

Job Purpose:

Under the direction of the Director, Technical Services, the MEP Engineer provides professional engineering support in the design, evaluation, installation and oversight of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems across Ministry of Justice facilities, including courthouses managed by the Court Administration Division (CAD).

This ensures that critical justice infrastructure is planned, constructed and maintained in alignment with technical standards, safety regulations and the Ministry’s modernization goals.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Four (4) years’ post-graduate experience in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Advanced training in Project Management; certification would be an asset, e.g. PMP.
• Knowledge of Photovoltaic Systems would be an asset.

8. Human Resource Information Systems Officer (GMG/AM 3) – Vacant

Division: Human Resource Management and Development Branch

Starting Salary: $2,190,302 per annum

Job Purpose:

Under the direction of the Director, Human Resource Management, the HRIS Officer will be required to update and maintain an automated Human Resource Records Management System and to provide support to the Human Resource Management and Development Branch.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Associate Degree in Human Resource Management, Public Administration or related field.
• At least two (2) years’ relevant experience.

9. Senior Human Resource Officer (GMG/SEG 1) – Non-Vacant

Division: Human Resource Management and Development Branch

Starting Salary: $3,501,526 per annum

Job Purpose:

To guide the implementation of Human Resource activities in accordance with established policies and procedures in order to achieve the Unit’s strategic objectives.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• First Degree in Human Resource Management or Management Studies with a diploma in Human Resource Management.
• Three (3) years’ experience in a Human Resource Management environment.

10. Human Resource Officer (Staffing) (GMG/AM 4) – Vacant/Non-Vacant

Division: Human Resource Management and Development Branch

Starting Salary: $2,803,771 per annum

Job Purpose:

Under the supervision of the Senior Human Resource Officer – Staffing, the Human Resource Officer – Staffing is primarily responsible for providing recruitment, people/staffing management support and advice to divisions across the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

– Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or Management Studies, Public/Business Administration, or related social sciences with a diploma in Human Resource Management.

AND

– Two (2) years’ experience in a Human Resource Management environment.

11. Manager, Transport & Fleet Management (GMG/SEG 1) – Vacant

Division: Administration & Office Services Branch

Starting Salary: $3,501,526 per annum

Job Purpose:

The Manager, Transport & Fleet Management is responsible for the organisation, assignment, maintenance and security of the MOJ’s fleet management systems and procedures in accordance with the Financial Administration and Audit Act and Regulations and the Revised Comprehensive Motor Vehicle Policy for the Public Sector.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

– Bachelor’s Degree in Management Studies, Public Sector Management, Business Administration or similar discipline.

OR

• NVQ Level 5 Automotive Management – HEART NSTA; Certification in Auto Mechanics/Fleet Management Processes.
• Three (3) years’ experience working in a fleet management or transport environment.

12. Director, Public Procurement (GMG/SEG 4) – Vacant

Division: Public Procurement Branch

Starting Salary: $6,333,301.00 per annum

Job Purpose:

Under the direct supervision of the Principal Director, Corporate Services, the Director, Public Procurement has the responsibility to provide strategic direction to the procurement function and ensure that goods, services and works required by the MDA are procured and delivered as requested in accordance with the Government of Jamaica Public Procurement Act (2025) and the Public Procurement Regulations (2025).

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Management Studies/Public Sector Management or related field.
• At least four (4) years’ experience in procurement in the government service including preparation of tenders and negotiation of contracts for goods and services of which at least two (2) years should be at a supervisory level.
• Certificate in Public Procurement: UNDP/CIPS Level 3 or INPRI Level 4 and MIND.
• Training in GOJ Procurement Policies and guidelines would be a distinct asset.

OR

• B.Sc. in Management Studies, Public Administration, Logistics & Supplies Management, Business Administration, or any related field.
• Certificate in Public Procurement: UNDP/CIPS Level 3 or INPRI Level 4.
• At least six (6) years’ experience in procurement in the government service including preparation of tenders and negotiation of contracts for goods and services of which at least three (3) years should be at a supervisory level.
• Training in GOJ Procurement Policies and guidelines would be a distinct asset.

How to Apply

Kindly submit cover letter and resume along with the name, telephone number and email address of two (2) references, one must be a former/current supervisor, no later than Friday, October 23, 2026, to:

Senior Director, Human Resource Management and Development

Ministry of Justice & Constitutional Affairs

61 Constant Spring Road, Kingston 10

Or via website: moj.gov.jm/careers/apply

The Ministry of Justice & Constitutional Affairs thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.