Vacancy title:
Senior Officer Legal

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Lawyers & Lobbyists]

Jobs at:
Uganda Institute of Information and Communications Technology (UICT)

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, July 31 2025

Duty Station:
Uganda | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 23 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

To provide expert legal guidance, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and safeguard the institution's legal interests. The role involves advising the Governing Council and management, drafting contracts, representing the institution in legal matters, and ensuring adherence to governance and regulatory frameworks.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Legal Advisory Services

• Provide legal advice on institutional policies, contracts, agreements, and regulatory compliance.
• Interpret and apply relevant laws, regulations, and institutional guidelines.
• Advise management on legal risks and mitigation strategies.

2. Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, MOUs, and agreements.
• Ensure contracts are legally sound and protect the institution’s interests.
• Maintain and manage contract records and renewals.

3. Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor legal developments affecting higher education institutions.
• Assist in policy formulation to align with legal and governance frameworks.

4. Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Represent the institution in legal proceedings.
• Handle disputes, disciplinary matters, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
• Prepare legal documentation and defense strategies for litigation cases.

5. Intellectual Property & Legal Documentation

• Safeguard the institution’s intellectual property (IP) rights.
• Draft and review legal documents, reports, and policies.
• Ensure proper legal documentation of institutional assets and transactions.

6. Stakeholder Engagement & Training

• Conduct legal training and sensitization for staff and management.
• Engage with external legal bodies, government agencies, and regulators.
• Provide legal support to various departments.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

1. Legal Advisory & Risk Management – Accurate legal guidance and risk mitigation.
2. Contract Management – Well-drafted, enforceable contracts.
3. Litigation & Dispute Resolution – Effective legal representation.
4. Regulatory Compliance & Governance – Full adherence to laws and policies.
5. Legal Training & Institutional Support – Enhanced legal awareness across the institution.

Person Specifications

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from a recognized institution.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (or equivalent bar certification).
• Master’s degree in Law (LL.M) (optional but advantageous).
• Advocate of the High Court (or equivalent legal license).

Experience

• 5-7 years of legal experience, preferably in academic or public sector institutions.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Contract Law
  • Labor & Employment Law
  • Corporate Governance & Compliance
  • Higher Education Regulations

Skills & Attributes

Legal Expertise:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and litigation procedures.

Professional Qualities:

• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple legal matters.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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