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Legal Advice and Support

• Provide accurate and timely legal advice to various directorates to ensure compliance with legal requirements.

• Assist in interpreting and applying laws, regulations, and legal precedents to specific cases and organizational issues.

• Assist in ensuring that the Corporation complies with corporate governance requirements.

• Collaborate with the Directorate of Investments and other Directorates to ensure the effective project development, appraisal and successful implementation and post-implementation of projects.

Drafting and Reviewing Legal Documents

• Draft, review, and amend contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure they are legally sound and protect the Corporation’s interests.

• Assist in negotiating contracts and legal terms to achieve favourable outcomes for the corporation.

• Maintain accurate and organized records of legal documents, contracts, and correspondence.

• Ensure all legal documentation is properly filed and easily accessible for future reference.

Compliance

• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and ensure the Corporation’s activities are compliant with these changes.

• Assist in developing and implementing internal policies and procedures to meet legal requirements and best practices.

Dispute Resolution and Litigation Support

• Provide support in managing legal disputes, including preparing legal

• briefs, gathering evidence, and coordinating with external legal counsel.

• Assist in representing the Corporation in legal proceedings, arbitrations, and mediation.

Legal Risk Management

• Identify potential legal risks and provide recommendations to mitigate these risks.

• Conduct legal research to inform decision-making and policy development.

Leadership and People Management

• Support the continuous professional development of the legal team by sharing knowledge and expertise.

• Supervise subordinates, set clear goals, mentor the team, encourage collaboration, and drive improvement through regular feedback, evaluations, and recognising achievements.

• Provide training and guidance to junior legal staff and other employees on legal and compliance matters.

• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.