About US:
The East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO) is an Institution of the East African Community (EAC) charged with governing the Partner States’ co-operation in the development and implementation of Science and Technology. The vision of the Commission is to contribute to a prosperous, competitive, secure and united East Africa through collaboration in science, technology and innovation. The mission is to promote and coordinate the development, management and application of Science and Technology in the EAC Partner States, for an innovative, competitive and integrated East Africa, and for the wellbeing of her people.
Job Summary: The Senior Legal Officer will provide statutory/legal advice to EASTECO to ensure compliance/ adherence to the established EAC laws and rules of procedure. Prepare and provide Legal advisory opinion to EASTECO for the efficient and effective delivery of its mandate. The incumbent will be responsible for facilitating the preparation/negotiation of agreements and Memoranda of understanding (MOU’s), and represent EASTECO on Court matters.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Formulate strategies, policies and procedures for dealing with legal issues pertaining to EASTECO;
Provide legal advisory opinion to EASTECO and its partners on matters relating to policy and implementation of EASTECO projects and programmes;
Provide timely legal advice to the Executive Secretary on issues that might have legal implications;
Study and disseminate all legislations and regulations that have a direct or indirect bearing on the functions of EASTECO;
Tasked with drafting, reviewing, and assisting in the negotiation of all types of EASTECO contracts, including Grant Agreements, Collaboration Agreements, Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and Consultancy Contracts;
Responding to and advising on legal issues that arise during contract implementation including modifications, oversight of compliance with contractual terms including the timely submission of contractual reports and compliance with legal terms and conditions under grants from a variety of donors.
Provide statutory advice on EAC laws and rules of procedure during EASTECO statutory meetings and guide EASTECO meetings on legal matters and procedure;
Represent EASTECO and attend court hearings and Follow-up on the execution of Court decisions and prepare legal documentation;
Support the Executive Secretary to propose Governing Board meeting agenda, follow up the preparation of documents and reports as well as the circulation of meeting reports to the stakeholders;
Perform any other Duties as may be assigned by the Executive Secretary from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the EAC East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO) Senior Legal Officer job placement should hold a Master’s Degree in Law from a recognized University.
Possession of a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal practice; Certified Public Secretary is an added advantage.
At least ten years’ experience, with 5 years at senior level in legal representation.
At least five years’ experience in Contract Management; and fluency in written and spoken English.
Ability to provide Strategic and team leadership, manage performance, diversity, conflict and change; have Legal Drafting, Conceptual, Analytical, Communication, Legal Research, Negotiation, Networking, Judgement, decision making, presentation and report writing skills.
Age Limit: Below 55 years old.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates from any of the EAC partner states including Uganda are encouraged to submit their applications either electronically or in hard copy but not both to the address below, comprising the following:
Letter of motivation, with the job reference
Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae;
Copy of the biodata page of passport/ID;
Certified Copies of degree/certificates;
Professional testimonials;
Daytime telephone contact;
Names and contact addresses (with telephone and emails) of 3 referees.
Address to:
The Executive Secretary,
EASTECO Secretariat,
KIGALI, RWANDA
Email to: info@easteco.org
Deadline: Wednesday, 16th August 2017 by 5:00PM