Uganda Law Society (ULS) is a membership organization established by an Act of Parliament to provide services to its membership and the people of Uganda in general. Its vision is to excel as a professional body in the development of 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 for the benefit of the people of Uganda,
The Society is seeking for qualified and experienced individuals to fill the following positions;
3. LEGAL OFFICER POSITION (1)
Duty Station- Gulu Clinic.
This position reports to the Head Legal Aid and Pro-Bono Services. Major responsibilities will include but not limited to;
• Interviewing, counseling and provision of general Legal counsel to clients.
• Drafting and preparation of Legal and Court Documents.
• • Representing the Employer's clients in courts of law, mediation/arbitration proceedings and or other tribunals
• Representing the Employer at forums and meetings with donors, partners, etc.
• Formulation of articles for the Employer's Journals and newsletters. « 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.
• Supervise and appraise staff under his or her supervision. The appraisal shall be done together with the Head of Department, Services.
• Manage the operations of the clinic on a day to day basis.
• Carry out any other lawful duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director, Head of Department, Legal Aid Services and or any other superior/supervisor.
The Society is seeking for qualified and experienced individuals to fill the following positions;
3. LEGAL OFFICER POSITION (1)
Duty Station- Gulu Clinic.
This position reports to the Head Legal Aid and Pro-Bono Services. Major responsibilities will include but not limited to;
• Interviewing, counseling and provision of general Legal counsel to clients.
• Drafting and preparation of Legal and Court Documents.
• • Representing the Employer's clients in courts of law, mediation/arbitration proceedings and or other tribunals
• Representing the Employer at forums and meetings with donors, partners, etc.
• Formulation of articles for the Employer's Journals and newsletters. « 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.
• Supervise and appraise staff under his or her supervision. The appraisal shall be done together with the Head of Department, Services.
• Manage the operations of the clinic on a day to day basis.
• Carry out any other lawful duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director, Head of Department, Legal Aid Services and or any other superior/supervisor.
Job requirement
Person Specifications:
• LLB and post graduate diploma in legal practice
• Must be enrolled with at least three years working experience of active practice experience and qualified to appear before the High Court.
• Knowledge and ability to speak Luo language will be an added advantage.
Key Competencies:
• Computer literacy
• Tested skills in ADR and advocacy.
• Training and skills transfer ability
• An open and result oriented approach to work
• Leadership, management and team building skills
• Good report writing skills
• Integrity, confidentiality and the ability to accomplish tasks promptly under minimum supervision. '
• LLB and post graduate diploma in legal practice
• Must be enrolled with at least three years working experience of active practice experience and qualified to appear before the High Court.
• Knowledge and ability to speak Luo language will be an added advantage.
Key Competencies:
• Computer literacy
• Tested skills in ADR and advocacy.
• Training and skills transfer ability
• An open and result oriented approach to work
• Leadership, management and team building skills
• Good report writing skills
• Integrity, confidentiality and the ability to accomplish tasks promptly under minimum supervision. '
How to apply
Applications accompanied by a detailed CV, testimonials and two referees should be submitted not later than 19th September 2011 and addressed to:
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
UGANDA LAW SOCIETY/ LEGAL AID PROJECT
PLOT 5A ACACIA AVENUE
P.O BOX 426, KAMPALA
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
UGANDA LAW SOCIETY/ LEGAL AID PROJECT
PLOT 5A ACACIA AVENUE
P.O BOX 426, KAMPALA
LEGAL OFFICER Uganda Law Society
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