ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - LEGAL SERVICES – 1 POST
6.1 REPORTS: TO THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
6.2 JOB PURPOSE:
To manage legal services for the Agency.
6.3 KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Head of Legal section
• Controlling, managing and directing the Agency activities of the Legal Services function;
• Ensuring that the Chief Executive is at all times apprised of and advised on developments within the function’s remit;
• Providing professional and strategic advice to the Board, Chief Executive, and senior management;
• Managing and co-coordinating the Agency’s approach towards litigation/other proceedings to which the Agency is party or potentially party;
• Leading in the development of regulations and related material pertaining to the
Agency’s statutory functions/powers etc.;
• Coordinating the preparation of draft legislation as required;
• Liaising with other parties’ legal advisors/representatives as required;
• Undertaking legal research as required;
• Responsible for Legal risk management duties for the Agency
• Oversee the legal implications of the policy development issues for the Agency
• Responsible for litigation management for the agency
• Responsible for regulatory compliance for the agency
• Responsible for Contract negotiation for the Agency
• Performs any other duties as may be assigned by his/her superiors.
6.4 QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor Degree in Law from an accredited institution who is an Advocate of a High Court.
• Master’s degree in Law with a bias in ICT Law/Security is a must
• Hands on skills and experience in handling complex legal issues
• At least eight (8) years work experience in public or any private reputable organization with a strong practical background.
6.5 KEY COMPETENCES
• Experience with increasingly complex leadership and management responsibilities in information technology and data Communication environment
• Outstanding critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Advanced planning and organizing
• Decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to persuade, influence and lead
• Excellent team work and negotiation skills
• Adaptability and flexibility
6.6 REMUNERATION
Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale.
NB: GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old, however, should also observe the age limit for each position where indicated.
ii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers.
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.
iv. The title of the position and institution applied for should be written in the subject of the application letter and marked on the envelope; short of which will make the application invalid.
v. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic certificates:
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.
- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/ Diploma transcripts.
- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
- Computer Certificate
- Professional certificates from respective boards
- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.
vi. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
vii. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.
viii. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action
ix. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.
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x. Applicants for entry levels currently employed in the Public Service
should not apply, they have to adhere to Government Circular Na. CAC. 45/257/01/D/140 dated 30th November 2010.
xi. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.
xii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
xiii. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
xiv. Dead line for application is 17th December, 2012 at 3:30 p.m
xv. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate
xvi. Women are highly encouraged to apply
xvii. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview
xviii. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English
xix. APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE:
Secretary OR Katibu
Public Service Recruitment Sekretarieti ya Ajira katika
Secretariat, Utumishi wa Umma
P. O. Box 63100 S. L. P 63100,
DAR ES SALAAM. DAR ES SALAAM.
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