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Job Title:  Senior Legal Officer

Organisation: Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Principal Legal Officer

REF NO: HRM/EOC/4/9/2023

About US:

The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC), established by the Equal Opportunities Act of 2007 is mandated to provide a framework for redressing imbalances, which exist against the marginalized groups while promoting equal opportunities for all.

Job Summary:  The Senior Legal Officer will conduct research on legal assignments relating to legal education and training, discipline of advocates, supervisor of legal aid services and para-legals, collect data, compile documents, prepare briefs for review, and training programmes for the para-legals. To assist in the implementation of the programs of the Law Council.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: The incumbent will be responsible to the Principal Legal Officer for performing the following duties:

• Developing and maintaining standards and guidelines on provision of legal services and conducting investigations.
• Initiating and spearheading investigations into Equal Opportunities violations
• Advising the Commission on legal issues pertaining to its operation as an institution
• Mobilizing legal aid services and establishing mechanisms for their accessibility by vulnerable groups.
• Providing legal and human rights advice to Members and Staff of the Commission
• Advising the Commission on legal complaints and appeals
• Providing legal advice to the public concerning equal opportunities
• Defending the Commission in liaison with the Office of the Attorney General against any suit
• Managing and administering the legal services and investigations department

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• An Honors Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) obtained from a recognized /university/institution
• A post graduate diploma in legal practice from Law Development Center/any accredited institution
• Possession of Masters of Law or Human Rights is added advantage
• Three years of service in legal practice at the level of Legal Officer or its equivalent position in government or a reputable institution.
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Teamwork
• Information analysis and research.
• Drafting legal documents and contracts
• Managing case files, meeting clients, attending court and networking with legal professionals
• Creative problem solving.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Resilience and self-confidence

How to Apply:

Applicants should submit their applications using Public Service Form 3 (PSF 3), to the Commission Headquarters with the following attachments in triplicates: Detailed Curriculum vitae (one of the two referees should be the current employer or most recent employer), copies of academic transcripts, certificates, appointment letters where applicable, three passport size photographs and a copy national Identity card.

The application forms can be obtained from the Public Service Commission Offices, on 2nd floor, Farmers House, Kampala or on Public Service Commission website: www.psc.go.ug or on the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) website, Download Here. Applications should be addressed to the Secretary, Equal Opportunities Commission, P.O. Box 27672, Kampala and physically submit not later than 18th September 2023.

Please Note: –

• Only successful candidates at any stage shall be contacted;
• Candidates shortlisted for Oral Interviews shall be required to bring along with the certified copies of academic documents, their original certificates including the Degree Transcript and Certificate, and a valid National Identity card;
• Applicants are allowed to apply for not more than two posts;
• Staff who are already serving officers with requisite requirements are encouraged to apply for promotional posts through respective supervisors/Heads of Departments;
• In case of any inquiry, applicants can call Telephone Number:0414 223 234

Deadline: 18^th September 2023

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