Vacancy title: Senior Legal Officer (Advisory)
[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Public Administration, and Government , Category: Legal ]Jobs at: Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB)
Deadline of this Job:
29 July 2022
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, July 25, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Duties and Responsibilities
a) Render strategic and accurate legal advice to Management in all cases to mitigate legal, financial and reputational risks to the Bureau.
b) Review laws, rules, regulations and policies applicable to the Bureau, which may be affected by new legislation, policy changes and developments in the administration of justice.
c) Represent the Bureau in Courts of law and handle any other litigation related matters.
d) Advise URSB on its roles, responsibilities and legal implication of trends and issues related to its operations.
e) Review and or prepare contractual documents made with third parties and ensure that URSB interests are taken care of and the Bureau is not exposed to any risks.
f) Provide strategic legal advice to URSB and its clients on compliance with all legal requirements pertaining to the Bureau’s operations and mandate.
g) Organize Unit meetings, take and distribute minutes to members, follow up on agreed action points and keep proper record of the same.
h) Attend meetings and stakeholder engagements as delegated by the Head Legal Advisory Services.
i) Supervising, appraising, guiding and mentoring Unit staff.
j) Prepare periodic performance reports and any other adhoc reports as may be requested by management.
k) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Head Legal Advisory Services and management.
Key Outputs
To provide legal advisory services to the Staff and Management of Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) and ensure quality advice and sound legal standing for the Bureau.
Qualification and Experience
a) Bachelor of laws (Honors) from a recognized institution is a MUST.
b) Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from a recognized institution is a MUST.
Personal Specification
a) At least four (4) years of relevant work experience executing litigation and legal advisory functions in a reputable public or private organization.
b) Must be a member of relevant professional bodies.
c) Deep knowledge of the relevant laws combined with communication and interpersonal skills.
d) Excellent computer literacy skills.
e) Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 48
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
ALL Applicants must use ONLY the provided Application form hereon attached and email to jobs@ursb.go.ug before the deadline.
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