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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
The Equal Opportunities Commission is a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament to effectuate Article 32(3) and Article 32 (4) of the Constitution of Uganda. The Equal Opportunities Commission is mandated to eliminate discrimination and inequalities against any individual or group of persons on the ground of sex, age, race, colour, ethnic origin, tribe, birth, creed or religion, health status, social or economic standing, political opinion or disability, and take affirmative action in favor of groups marginalised on the basis of gender, age, disability or any other reason created by history, tradition or custom for the purpose of redressing imbalances which exist against them, and to provide for other related matters.
Legal Officer job at EOC
Equal Opportunities Commission,
To conduct research on legal assignments relating to legal education and training, discipline of advocates, supervisor of legal aid services and para-legals, collect data, compile documents, prepare briefs for review, and training programmes for the paralegals. To assist in the implementation of the programs of the Law Council.
The Incumbent will be performing the following duties:
Compile a full brief of evidence to support violation of equal opportunities
Appear in Commission proceedings and give evidence on matters relating to violations investigated in line with the Tribunal Management Policy and Procedure iii. Responsible for preparing, reviewing and advising on drafts of all contract, licences and undertaking of the Commission
Oversee the receipt and processing of complaints and advise on action to be taken in accordance with EOC Tribunal Management Policy Guidelines
Conduct equal opportunities complaint management and evidence gathering process in line with set policies and procedures
Provide public education and awareness and promote equal opportunities
Research and write legal materials for and on behalf of the Commission
Contribute to and write policy submissions on behalf of the Commission
Participating in documenting, profiling and creating databases on completed cases/complains;
Handling public complaints;
Participating in providing the necessary support and assisting to ensure the protection of the rights of victims of equal opportunities;
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
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Qualification
An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized University/Institution plus a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Law Development Centre.
No work experience in the Legal field is required, but is an added advantage
Key competencies
Attention to detail and accuracy
Strong oral and written communication skills
Teamwork
Information analysis and research.
Drafting legal documents and contracts
Managing case files, meeting clients, attending court and networking with legal professionals
Creative problem solving.
Ability to work under pressure
Resilience and self-confidence
Applicants should submit their applications using Public Service Form 3 (PSF 3), to the Commission Headquarters with the following attachments in triplicates: Detailed Curriculum vitae (one of the two referees should be the current employer or most recent employer), copies of academic transcripts, certificates, appointment letters where applicable, three passport size photographs and a copy national Identity card.
The application forms can be obtained from the Public Service Commission Offices, on 2nd floor, Farmers House, Kampala or on Public Service Commission website: www.psc.go.ug or on the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) website https://eoc.go.ug/publications-and-downloads/Applications should be addressed to;
the Secretary,
Equal Opportunities Commission,
P.O. Box 27672, Kampala - Uganda
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