Job Title: Senior Legal Officer
Organisation: Mountains of the Moon University
Duty Station: Fort Portal, Uganda
About Organisation:
Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) is a Public University established under Statutory Instrument, Number 2 of 2022, hence a body corporate with perpetual succession and a Common Seal. First established as a Private University in 2005, by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE), in accordance with the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act 2001. as amended, MMU has been making strides towards becoming an academic Centre of excellence.
Job Summary: To advise the University Management and Council on all legal matters.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities shall be to;
- Establish the strategic direction, designs and implementation of policies and procedures for the overall legal function of the University.
- Lead the defence and action of all University legal cases
- Provide legal expertise to the entire University structure.
- Provide leadership and ensure efficient and effective management of staff and resources in the Legal Unit.
- Plan and direct all aspects of the University’s legal affairs and ensures effective execution.
- Review and advise Management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
- Review and draft Contracts, Agreements and ensures that they are in compliance with all Statutory or legal requirements.
- Liaise with the External Lawyers, in consultation with the University Secretary on all cases that are referred to them for action.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reports to Management.
- Liaise with the Faculties, Directorates and Departments of the University to ensure that legal risks are identified and appropriate legal action taken.
- Prepare Departmental work plans and budgets.
- Perform any other official duties assigned from time to time
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning
- Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Law Development Centre.
Working experience
- Should have at least five (5) years relevant working experience, two (2) years of which should be at supervisory level with proven track record in contract negotiation and drafting documents.
- Should be an Advocate of High Court with a valid practicing certificate and ability to synthesize and interpret legal matters, build, lead, and work with teams.
Required Competencies
Should have;
- Proven track record of providing accurate and effective legal counsel
- In-depth knowledge of Regulatory Frameworks
- Leadership and Supervisory skills
- Quick judgement and decision making and ability to initiate change.
- Excellent skills in Computer literacy and Interpersonal and Communication skills
- High integrity with excellent Leadership and People skills.
- Computer literacy, with good working knowledge of standard office documentation software and with demonstrable knowledge
How to Apply:
Interested and eligible candidates MUST ELECTRONICALLY submit the application documents below merged as one document in PDF to [email protected]:
- Application letter.
- A detailed up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing names and contacts of three (3) credible referees.
- Certified copies of the relevant academic/ professional Transcripts and Certificates.
- Copies of relevant appointment and confirmation letter (s).
- Copy of a valid National Identity Card
- Details of the physical address, telephone contact and email address.
- Any other relevant documentation to support the application.
N.B: Application not in one PDF file and those arriving after the closing time and date will not be considered.
Applications should be addressed to: –
The University Secretary
Mountains of the Moon University
P. O. Box 837, Lake Saaka Campus, Block C,
Ground Level Fort Portal, Uganda
Deadline: 14th November 2025.
NB: MMU is an equal opportunity employer, and appointments to all positions are based on merit.
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60