Legal Officer (2 Fresher Jobs) – Moroto – Uganda Law Society

About US:
Uganda Law Society is a membership organization established by an Act of Parliament to provide services to its members in particular and to the people of Uganda in general. Its vision is to excel as a professional body in the development of the legal profession and promotion of justice in Uganda. Its mission is to improve the professional standards of members of the legal profession and to promote human rights and the rule of law, by assisting the government and the judiciary in the administration and practice of law in Uganda. Uganda Law Society operates a Legal Aid Project.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
In charge of interviewing, counseling and provision of general Legal counsel to clients especially children.
Responsible for drafting and the preparation of Legal and Court Documents.
Representing the Employer’s clients in courts of law, mediation/arbitration proceedings and or other tribunals.
Formulation of articles for the Employer’s Journals and newsletters.
In charge of representing the Employer at forums and meetings with donors, partners, etc.
Supervise all pro-bono activities generally
Preparation and submission of monthly Progress and Activity reports
Maintaining proper and up-to-date client’s records and files.
Overall management and supervision of the Legal Aid clinics
Ensure proper use and care of all assets belonging to the Employer.
Mentor, supervise and appraise staff under his or her supervision. The appraisal shall be done together with the Head of Department, Legal Services.
Manage the branch office.
Perform any other lawful duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant must hold an LLB and post graduate diploma in legal practice
One year of professional litigation experience and qualified to appear before the High Court.
The applicant must possess a practicing certificate.
Computer literacy skills
Tested skills in ADR and advocacy.
Training and skills transfer ability
An open and result oriented approach to work
Good leadership, management and team building skills
Good report writing skills
Integrity, confidentiality and the ability to accomplish tasks promptly under minimum supervision.
Ability to speak local languages in Moroto is an added advantage.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested persons should submit hard copies of their Application letter, Resume with three professional referees, academic credentials and salary expectations addressed to the:

Human Resource Manager
Uganda Law Society
Plot 5a, Acacia Avenue
P.O. Box 426, Kampala

Or via E-mail to our on- line address below;

Human Resources Department,
Uganda Law Society,
Plot 5a, Acacia Avenue
P.O. Box 426, Kampala

E-mail to: recruitment@uls.or.ug