Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer jobs Opportunity in Uganda at The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

Job Title: Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer
Organization: The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
City Kampala,
Country  Uganda
Reports to: Senior Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Assists in the coordination of activities of the Legal and Corporate Affairs section;
Assists in the planning and scheduling of business activities of the Legal and Corporate Affairs in consultation with the Senior Legal and Corporate Affair Officer;
Assists in coordinating the dissemination of reports (number of court cases attended, won and lost etc) for the attention of the Legal and Corporate Affairs Director, as required by the mandate of the NCHE:
Assists in coordinating meetings with the Legal and Corporate Affairs section
Carries out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the superiors.

Expected Outputs:
Unit budget reports;
Work activity plans;

LEGAL OFFICER - The Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA)

LEGAL OFFICER - The Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA)

The Insurance Regulatory Authority of Uganda (IRA) was established under section 14 of the Insurance Statute 1996 now The Insurance Act,(Chap213) Laws of Uganda, 2000(Insurance Act)which came into effect on 4th April 1996 and commenced operations in April 1997
The main object of the Authority is to ensure the effective administration, supervision, regulation and control of the business of Insurance in Uganda.
Job title: LEGAL OFFICER
Employment type: Full time
Country: Uganda
City / Location: Kampala
Job category: Legal
Min. years of experience: 3 years
Minimum degree: Bachelors degree
Closing date: March 22, 2013 - 12pm
Responsibility
Assess legal implications in the Authority’s dealings with the insurance companies, other operators who carry on other business which falls within the purview of the Insurance Act, 2000 and other pertinent laws and regulations
Interpret the Insurance Act, 2000 and other pertinent laws and regulations, to assist in the enforcement together with its related regulations as need may arise.
Manage the Complaints Bureau as provided for in the Insurance Act, 2000.
Monitor enactments of laws and regulations and assess their impact on the operations of the Authority.
Provide legal advice to the Authority.
Review insurance proposals and policy forms.
Carry out any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Requirement:
At least an LLB Degree with a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal practice.
Knowledge of insurance law will be an added advantage
At least three (3) years experience in legal practice in a reputable organisation.
Personal attributes and competences
Good communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Ability to work amidst tight deadlines
Strong computer skills
Contract: 5 years renewable.
Contact/How to apply:
Hand-written applications clearly marked “Job Application” with current Curriculum Vitae together with:
copies of academic transcripts, certificates and testimonials;
three referees who can testify to the applicant’s abilities, working experience and integrity; and
a daytime telephone contact,
should be submitted to the Chief Executive Officer

Legal Officer needed by The AfricanNetwork for the Prevention and Protection against Child Abuse and Neglect

Legal Officer

The African Network for the Prevention and Protection against Child Abuse and Neglect (ANPPCAN)
Job title:; Legal Officer
Location: Kampala, Kampala
Job Status: Full Time
The African Network for the Prevention and Protection against Child Abuse and Neglect (ANPPCAN)

Job Details

The African Network for the Prevention and Protection against Child Abuse and Neglect (ANPPCAN) Uganda Chapter is a national child focused organization working to protect and promote the rights of children in Uganda.
ANPPCAN-Uganda seeks to recruit competent dynamic and creative individuals to join her team of passionate child advocacy professionals in the following positions:

Position Description : LEGAL OFFICER ARUA

Reports to : Programme Coordinator Arua Duty Station :Arua District

Purpose of the position:

    The position holder will ensure legal protection of children who are at risk of or are victims of abuse, neglect and exploitation; provide legal input into ANPPCAN’S work and engagements at district and community levels and ensure the recovery and re-integration of abused children.

Requirements
For detailed information about the job descriptions and requirements for the above position, please visit our website at the link provided. The vacancy can be found under the "About us" tab.

How to apply:

Interested candidates shall fill in and submit the Vacancy Application Form which is available on the website to email address recruitment@anppcanug.org

    Closing date: Sunday, 3rd March, 2013. Any applications received after this date will not be considered
    Only short listed candidates will be contacted.