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• Conducts the review of rules, regulations and
  procedures applicable to the NIRA, which may be affected by new
  legislations, policy changes and developments in the administration of
  justice.
• Ensures registration of legal documents with
  the relevant authorities.
• Prepares demand notices to defaulting
  debtors.
• Represents the Authority in court
  proceedings.
• Prepares pleadings and other court documents.
• Keenly reviews and or prepares contractual
  documents made with third parties and ensure that NIRA’s interests are
  taken care of
• The incumbent provides legal advice to NIRA
  and its clients on compliance with all legal requirements pertaining to
  the NIRA’s operations.
• Represents the interests of the NIRA in the
  courts of law and other where necessary.
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned
  from time to time by the Board Secretary/Director Legal

• The ideal candidate for the National Identification
  and Registration Authority (NIRA) Manager Legal and Advisory Services job
  vacancy should hold a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in Law with a Post
  Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from a recognised institution
• Membership of the Institute of Chartered
  Secretaries and Administrators and/or a Master’s degree in law or a
  related field is an added advantage.
• A minimum of seven years of relevant working
  experience, three of which must have been at management level in a
  reputable public or private organisation.
• The applicant must also be enrolled as an
  advocate.
• Ability to effectively prioritise and execute
  tasks in a high-pressure environment to drive results.
• Knowledge of relevant statutory and
  regulatory requirements.
• High degree of flexibility to react effectively
  to unforeseen circumstances
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
  skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills
• Ability to lead and motivate co-workers
• Ability to meet tight deadlines
• Good IT literacy and computer skills

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