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Law Development Centre (LDC) will provide legal education to lawyers and non-lawyers, undertake research in topical legal issues, contribute to legal reforms, produce legal publications, teaching materials and law reports, and also provide community legal services.
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Kampala, Uganda
The Law Development Centre (LDC) is a premier legal training institution in Uganda dedicated to promoting justice through quality legal education, research, and advocacy. Established by an Act of Parliament in 1970, LDC has evolved into a cornerstone of the legal profession in Uganda, renowned for its rigorous Postgraduate Bar Course that produces competent legal practitioners. With a mission to develop legal professionals who uphold the rule of law and justice, LDC is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation in legal training, and contribution to national legal reforms.
The Centre fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values integrity, professionalism, and continuous learning, offering its employees opportunities for growth within a collaborative environment. Job opportunities at LDC span academic, administrative, and legal research roles, with flexible and supportive work arrangements that promote work-life balance. Its strategic locations in Kampala, Mbarara, and Lira extend its reach across the country, making it accessible to aspiring legal professionals nationwide.
LDC's business model integrates academic training with legal aid services, policy research, and publications, reflecting a holistic approach to legal development. Guided by core values of accountability, excellence, and service, LDC is also deeply engaged in corporate social responsibility through legal aid clinics and community sensitization programs that enhance access to justice. For more information, visit their website at https://www.ldc.ac.ug.
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Senior Legal Officer job at Law Development Centre (LDC)
Law Development Centre (LDC)
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Legal Officer
Organisation: Law Development Centre (LDC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Assistant Director
To provide Legal Aid services to indigent persons, petty offenders and children in need of care and protection.
How to Apply
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Applications clearly indicating the position applied for should be addressed to The Secretary/Head Human Resource & Administration, Law Development Centre, P.O Box 7117, Kampala and should be:
Submitted by email addressed to hr@ldc.ac.ug OR Hand delivered to the LDC Reception at Kampala Campus, Mbarara Campus or Lira Campus.
NOTE: Applicants should attach up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of academic documents and any other relevant documents that will support their application, day time telephone contacts and addresses of two referees (including the current employer where applicable). For applications by email, applicants should submit scanned copies of the application and supporting documents in Portable Document Format (PDF) as a single file.
Deadline: 22nd November, 2024 at 5:00pm
NOTE: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
Responsibilities:
To interview and counsel clients.
To prepare legal documents.
To attend to walk-in clients.
To represent clients in court.
To develop training tools for stakeholders.
To train and sensitize stakeholders of Legal Aid.
To facilitate Continuing Legal Education and street law programmes.
To provide legal advice to LDC and handle court cases involving LDC.
To supervise and report on the performance of LAC field staff and volunteers.
To perform any other duties assigned by the Assistant Director.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Education:
A Bachelor of Laws –LLB (Hon) degree.
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the Law Development Centre.
MBA or Masters in Law – LLM degree shall be an added advantage.
Additional training in project management and evaluation shall be a added advantage.
Experience: At least four (4) years’ work experience in legal aid practice in a reputable organisation dealing in the provision of legal aid services or related field.
Key Competences:
Possess supervisory and relationship management skills.
Should be creative and innovative.
He/she should be a person of high integrity.
Ability to produce quality results.
Effective communication skills.
He/she should be a team player.
Possess report writing skills.
