Senior Legal Officer- (Civil Litigation and Advisory) at National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) , Uganda, Kampala

Job Description

To spearhead management of the Civil Litigation and Advisory Services
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Spearhead the development and implementation of section Week Plans, Budgets and
prepare timely reports including status reports of court cases
2. Coordinate legal representation of NEMA in all civil matters
3. Effectively manage witnesses and evidence to ensure successful civil litigation
4. Provide legal support to legislative drafting processes
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5 Provide legal support to Multi-Lateral Environmental Agreements, Treaties and Conventions
negotiations and implementation
6. Coordinate representation of NEMA in Civil Courts at .:;ill levels
7. Support training and assist in the formulation of bye laws act ordinances for Local
Governments
8. Coordinate negotiation and drafting of legal documents

9. Provide Legal Advisory services to the Authority
10. Supervise and appraise staff
11. Perform any other official duties as may be assigned by the supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS
An Honors Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized University;
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice
A Master’s Degree in Law
Be enrolled as an advocate of the High Court of Uganda.
Possess a valid practicing certificate, except if working in a government institution
EXPERIENCE:
Should have at least a minimum of three (3) years post qualification relevant professional
working experience in legal practice with a focus on civil litigation in Uganda
KEY COMPETENCIES/ SKILLS
a) Leadersn1p, team ouilding and supervision skills
b) Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
c) Exce:lent scholarly writing and publication skil:s
d) Excellent analytical and presentation skilis
e) Financial and human resource management skills
f) Excellent report writing skills
g) Resource Mobilization skills
h) Risk management skill<;