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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Bank of Uganda, the central bank of the country, plays a crucial role in safeguarding the stability of Uganda's financial system and ensuring the proper functioning of its economy. Its mission is to promote and maintain a sound monetary and financial system, contributing to the economic development and welfare of Uganda's citizens. The Bank has earned recognition for its stability, credibility, and transparent monetary policies, establishing itself as a key player in East Africa's financial landscape. Known for fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture, Bank of Uganda offers a competitive employee value proposition, which includes opportunities for professional growth, training, and a supportive work environment.
Job opportunities at the Bank include a range of roles for individuals passionate about finance and economic policy, with flexible work arrangements promoting work-life balance. Established in 1966, the Bank has evolved over time, adopting new technologies and approaches to strengthen Uganda's banking system and improve financial accessibility. The Bank’s innovation extends to its operations and monetary policy, with modern financial tools and digital banking services playing a major role in enhancing the country's financial infrastructure.
With a significant influence over the banking sector, the Bank of Uganda serves both domestic and international markets, ensuring monetary stability and supporting the economy's overall growth. The institution’s core values include professionalism, transparency, and integrity, which drive its work and policies. Through its CSR initiatives, the Bank actively supports projects focused on education, health, and environmental sustainability to improve the lives of Ugandans. For more information, visit their website at www.bou.or.ug.
Job Title
Executive Director Legal Services Directorate (General Counsel) job at Bank of Uganda
Bank of Uganda
Job Description
Reporting to the Deputy Governor, this role shall be responsible for providing comprehensive legal advisory services to the Bank of Uganda (BoU), ensuring that BoU complies with the applicable legal and regulatory framework, prote ts interests and contributing to the development of monetary and financial sector policies, while overseeing the of BoU's legal directorate and the supervised financial institutions (SF) Resolution Unit
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Drive the preparation, implementation and review of the Legal Services Directorate (LSD) strategic plan, to ensure alignment to Bous Strategic Plan
Review the annual work plans and budgets of the department and division to ensure alignment with the LSD's strategic plan
Monitor the implementation of LSD strategic plan, annual work plans, expenditure from the approved budgets of the departments) and coordinate activities of the LSD.
Provide legal advice to the Board, Governors and Senior Management on legal aspects of all Central Banking operations, monetary policy, financial stability and payment systems
Drive the preparation and implementation of supervised financial institutions (SFs) resolution strategies Develop proposals for appropriate legal frameworks and review existing legislation/policies that govern execution of the Bou mandate
Oversee the drafting and review of contracts, agreements and other legal documents.
Coordinate activities of the LSD with those of other administrative units and offices of the BOU and external stakeholders
Develop the legal risk management plan and policy and drive its implementation Coordinate legal issues handled by external legal service providers
Coordinate digtization of Legal Services department's processes
Manage the Legal human resources through participation in recruitment, conducting performance appraisals, capacity building and deployment.
Any other duties that may be assigned by the Deputy Governor or Governor,

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Personal Specifications
Qualifications
First class or second class upper division) bachelor's degree in law (LLB.Hons)
Experience
Fifteen (15) years post enrolment experience in financial sector regulation, at least eight (8) of which should be in a senior management position.
Competencies
Technical Competencies
In-depth knowledge, skills and understanding of banking and financial regulation
Ability to conduct extensive and comprehensive legal research to support decision making
Ability to draft various types of legal documents and legal briefs.
Experience in case management, litigation and court practice and processes.
Ability to devise legal solutions in complex situations.
Ability to manage and coordinate the interests and obligations of various stakeholders Ability to plan and budget.
Behavioural Competencies
Analytical thinking and problem solving Integrity, transparency and accountability Excellence
Teamwork
Innovativeness
Good interpersonal skills Planning and organizing skills Self-drive
How to Apply
These roles are three year contracts renewable upon successful performance. If you believe you meet the role requirements and can clearly demonstrate your abilities, please submit your application, including certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials, your curriculum vitae, details of your current position, current remuneration, as well as email and telephone contacts of three (3) referees who can speak of your competence, character, and integrity
how to apply: kindly log onto our e-recruitment platform via: https://deloi.tt/3NqL2kU
Email or hard copy applications will not be accepted. All applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment portal to be considered, and your application must be received by 11 November 2024
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to diversity and gender equality. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.