Job Details (PRINCIPAL LEGAL OFFICER)

 

 

 

 

 

THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA

 

PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION

 

1.0 On 22nd February 2021; Cabinet; under Minute Extract 43 (CT 2012) approved the recommendations for the Rationalisation of Government Agencies; Commissions; Authorities and Public Expenditure (RAPEX). In fulfilment of the Cabinet decision; several Government Agencies were merged; mainstreamed and new structures created. 

 

1.1 The Public Service Commission invites applications from suitably qualified and duly appointed and confirmed staff of the former Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) and former Uganda Road Fund (URF) to fill vacant posts existing in the newly created structures.  Applications should be filled ON-LINE and submitted not later than Friday 10th January 2025 before midnight. The link to the e- recruitment system can be accessed and viewed at https://vacancies.psc.go.ug

 

1.2 Mandatory Instructions to Applicants: -

 

a) Apply ON-LINE.

b) Scan and submit relevant documents namely; (‘O’ and A’ Level Certificates; Bachelor’s Degree and Post Graduate academic qualifications; Transcripts and Certificates; Professional qualifications documents; copies of letters of appointment; confirmation and promotion) on-line.

c) Each attachment must not exceed a limit of 1MB and only portable documents format (PDF) is allowed.

d) An applicant is allowed to apply for a maximum of two posts; clearly indicating the words “first choice”, and “second choice” against the designation of the post applied for. The order of choices and preference shall be considered in case one is successful for more than one position.

e) The advertised positions have been clearly separated showing vacant positions for URF, UNRA and Common Cadre positions for both former Institutions. The separation has been indicated at the beginning of each category of positions as well as under the provision of eligibility for each post being advertised. Candidates are advised to take note of the provisions mentioned above to avoid applying for wrong positions.

 

1.3 Application Process

i) Visit the website https://vacancies.psc.go.ug

ii) Click on ‘register as a new user’ to create your account and complete your profile starting with the Bio data moving downwards

iii) If you already have an account; simply click on your right and update your profile

iv) Click a Job from the list of advertised jobs in the menu.

v) View the Job Details and Click ‘Apply now’

vi) Review your application and SUBMIT.

 

1.4 Please Note: -

 

a) Only applications on-line will be considered.

b) Only applicants duly appointed by the Boards of the affected Agencies and are on the June 2024 payroll will be considered

c) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

d) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to bring along with them their original certificates of ‘O’ and ‘A’ level; Bachelor’s Degrees and Post Graduate Academic Qualifications; Transcripts and Certificates; letters of employment; National Identity Cards during the Oral Interviews.

e) Short listed Applicants should ensure that their Staff Performance Appraisal Forms for the last three (3) Financial Years 2021/2022; 2022/2023; 2023/2024 are submitted to the Commission before the date of Oral Interviews; where applicable.

f) The Public Service Commission will carry out verification of all academic and appointment documents to confirm their authenticity. Any applicant established to have submitted a forged document(s) shall be charged in accordance with the laws of Uganda and removed from the Public Service.

g) In case of any inquiry, contact the Secretary; Public Service Commission on Tel. No. 0414254271 or 0414342279 or e-mail [email protected]

 


Ministry/Department
Ministry Of Works And Transport
Post
PRINCIPAL LEGAL OFFICER
Scale
U2
Terms of Employment
ONLY STAFF OF THE FORMER UGANDA NATIONAL ROADS AUTHORITY AND UGANDA ROAD FUND SHOULD APPLY
Vacancies
1
Reference
HRM 91/153/01 VOL.5 - 161
Minimum Age
28
Maximum Age

Minimum Qualification
Applicants should be Ugandans holding an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Law; a Masters Degree in Law from a recognized University or Institution plus a Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre. Applicants must be advocates of the High Court of Uganda
Working Experience
Applicants should have a minimum of six (6) years working experience, three (3) of which should have been served at Senior Legal Officer level in Government or equivalent of experience from a reputable organization
Duties
The incumbent will be responsible to the Permanent Secretary for performing the following duties:-

 

- Reviewing contractual documents and providing legal representation at contract committee meetings in line with the PPDA requirements;

- Assessing risk from situations that could lead to contractual breaches and disputes and developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies;

- Drafting, reviewing and handling contractual claims and disputes arising out of project implementation;

- Preparing, reviewing and negotiating tax treaties and seeking clearance and approval thereof from the Attorney General’s Chambers;

- Preparing, reviewing and negotiating Financing Agreements and seeking clearance and approval thereof from the Attorney General’s Chambers;

- Seeking and obtaining all the necessary contractual approvals including the Solicitor General (SG);

- Drafting legal documents, interpreting and implementing laws and rulings including Government policies and regulations;

- Establishing and maintaining contractual agreements with external professional legal firms appointed to provide legal services, in case of civil or criminal litigation involving the Ministry of Works and Transport;

- Liaising with Attorney General’s Chambers, Registrar General, law enforcement agencies and stakeholders throughout the Country in connection with prosecution of offenders and developing and advancing criminal cases when the violation warrants more severe action;

- Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.


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