About this role
JOB SUMMARY
The Legal Officer will assist on all legal matters, development of regulations, establishing dispute resolution mechanisms and offering in-house legal services for efficient implementation of the Institute’s mandate.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Preparing and reviewing legal documents/instruments
- Preparing legal opinions and legal briefs
- Drafting legal documents, leases and contracts
- Undertaking research on specific legal areas
- Ensuring compliance with statutory and other legal requirements
- Representing the Institute in litigation and other legal matters
- Safeguarding the interest of the Institute in all legal matters
- Liaising with the Office of the Attorney General on legal matters
- Ensuring safe custody of the Institute’s legal documents and records
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree from a recognized institution
- Post Graduate Diploma in Law
- Current legal practising certificate
- Proficiency in computer applications
- Meet the expectations of Chapter Six on Leadership and Integrity
Skills
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