SENIOR LEGAL OFFICER (2)
Uganda * Full-time
Makerere University
| Closing Date | 2026-02-25 |
|---|---|
| Reporting To | Principal Legal Officer |
| Job Purpose | Assist the Principal Legal Officer in supervising staff, drafting legal documents and formulating compliance checklists and represent the university in all legal matters. |
| Key Duties & Responsibilities | 1. Supervise junior legal officers and other staff providing legal support work;
2. Participate in planning, organizing and preparing the work programme; 3. Represent the university in all legal matters; 4. Participate in the management of the activities within the Department by providing technical guidance; 5. Prepare and /or review legal opinions; 6. Participate in the review of legal/court documents for completeness and accuracy; 7. Participate in court case preparation work and prepare draft pleadings for filing; 8. Conduct research and analyse legal matters pertinent to the university; 9. Participate in the review of existing rules and regulations; 10. Perform any other related duties assigned by the supervisor. |
| Required Qualifications |
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| Experience | Minimum of 3 years relevant working experience at the rank of Legal Officer in a Law firm or legal unit of a reputable organization in the areas of intellectual property and criminal law. |
| Skills/Competences |
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| Tenure of Appointment | 4-year contract |
| Age Limit | APPLICANTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED 55 YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION |
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
Makerere University
Deadline: Expired
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