Vacancy title:
Principal Legal Officer

Jobs at:
Equal Opportunities Commission ( EOC )

Deadline of this Job:
Friday 26th September 2018 by 5:00pm

Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: 27th August 2018 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed , Employment Type: Full-Time

JOB DETAILS:
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 TITLE: Principal Legal Officer
Ref: HRM/EOC/1/18/18
Salary: EOC2
Reports to: Commissioner Legal Services and Investigations

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT:
Three (3) year renewable contract subject to satisfactory Performance

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement EOC legal and mediation services, Policies and procedures in line with EOC mandate requirements.
  
• Conduct complaints evaluation and use findings to make appropriate recommendations for handling complaints.
  
• Develop and implement a framework for delivering quality dispute resolution services in line with the set policies and procedures of the Commission
  
• Develop and implement a framework for handling cases that have failed to be resolved through the dispute resolution mechanism.
  
• Compile documented complaints and cases and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports in line with the set policies and procedures.
  
• Contact all parties in the mediation process and prepare a conducive environment for carrying out mediation in line with set policies and procedures.
  
• Appear in Commission proceedings and give evidence on matters relating to offences investigated in line with the tribunal management policy and procedure.
  
• Any other duties assigned from time to time
  

KEY COMPETENCES:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  
• Ability to work productively with individuals in diversity of roles and with varying interests.
  
• Ability to balance competing priorities and work under pressure.
  
• Strong leadership, teamwork and management skills.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND WORKING EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of Honours Degree in Law from a recognised University plus a post Graduate Diploma in Legal practice from the Law Development Centre.
  
• Post Graduate training in Human Rights, Social Justice or related field will be an added advantage.
  
• A minimum of Six (6) years relevant working experience, three (3) of which should have been served at a level of Senior Legal Officer in Government or equivalent level of experience from a reputable organization.