Senior Legal Officer (Advisory) at Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB)

Reports to: Head Legal Advisory Services

Job Type: Full Time

Job Status: Active

Published Date: 25th July, 2022

Application Deadline: 29th July, 2022

Duration: 4 days

Duties and Responsibilities

1. a)Render strategic and accurate legal advice to Management in all cases to mitigate legal, financial and reputational risks to the Bureau.
2. 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.
3. c)Represent the Bureau in Courts of law and handle any other litigation related matters.
4. d)Advise URSB on its roles, responsibilities and legal implication of trends and issues related to its operations.
5. 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.
6. f)Provide strategic legal advice to URSB and its clients on compliance with all legal requirements pertaining to the Bureau’s operations and mandate.
7. g)Organize Unit meetings, take and distribute minutes to members, follow up on agreed action points and keep proper record of the same.
8. h)Attend meetings and stakeholder engagements as delegated by the Head Legal Advisory Services.
9. i)Supervising, appraising, guiding and mentoring Unit staff.
10. j)Prepare periodic performance reports and any other adhoc reports as may be requested by management.
11. 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.