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Job Summary

Job Title:
Senior Legal Officer
Employer:
Makerere University Kampala
Location:
Kampala
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full-time
Job Category:
Number of Positions:
Deadline:
Wednesday, 25 February 2026

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Makerere University is the oldest and premier University in Uganda which strives to becoming the leading institution for academic excellence and innovations in Africa.

Full-time

Deadline: 

25 Feb 2026

Senior Legal Officer Job at Makerere University Kampala

Makerere University Kampala

Job Description

Assist the Principal Legal Officer in supervising staff, drafting legal documents and formulating compliance checklists and represent the university in all legal matters.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Supervise junior legal officers and other staff providing legal support work;
  • Participate in planning, organizing and preparing the work programme;
  • Represent the university in all legal matters;
  • Participate in the management of the activities within the Department by providing technical guidance;
  • Prepare and /or review legal opinions;
  • Participate in the review of legal/court documents for completeness and accuracy;
  • Participate in court case preparation work and prepare draft pleadings for filing;
  • Conduct research and analyse legal matters pertinent to the university;
  • Participate in the review of existing rules and regulations;
  • Perform any other related duties assigned by the supervisor.

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