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