Job Summary:
The Corporation Secretary will plan, direct and control all legal related and corporate matters of the Corporation and manage Board affairs..
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Head of department responsible for planning, managing and mentoring staff in the department
Principal Legal Advisor of the Corporation
Arranging the business at meetings of the Board
Taking minutes at the meetings of the Board
Keeping the records of the decisions and other records of the Board
Negotiate and draw contracts that are to be execute between the ‘Corporation and third parties
Chief custodian of legal documentation of the Corporation
Managing the performance of the Legal and Corporate Affairs Department
Provide Company Secretariat services to the Corporation subsidiaries .
Responsible for the custody of the Corporations seal
Defending the Corporation in courts of law
Oversee the carrying out of legal due diligence on investment proposals
Ensuring timely compliance with all statutory requirements
Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant must hold a Bachelors of Law degree plus Postgraduate Diploma in Legal
Practice and an advocate of the High Court of Uganda
Must have a Masters degree in Law or Business Administration
Professional qualification in ICSA is added advantage
At least ten years of working experience of which 5 should be at Senior level
Broad knowledge and understanding of Ugandan economy and appreciation of the culture and environment associated with commercial legal matters
Combination of public & private sector working methods
Demonstrable track record of performance, executive presence and decision making
Ability to interact, relate to, work with and support activities of a dynamic Corporation
Prior experience in administration and management with an organization and dealing with BOD
Attack record of having handled litigation or court cases
Considerable knowledge, experience and competence in managing legal matters
Familiarity with the current global and local regulatory environment for investment and developmental projects
Proven moral character, integrity and well demonstrated leadership, skills
How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications accompanied with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic transcripts and certificates, telephone contact, names and addresses of 3 (three) referees should be addressed to:
The Executive Director
Uganda Development Corporation
Floor 5, Soliz House
Plot 23 Lumumba Avenue
P.O. Box 1042. Kampala. Uganda