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Uganda Law Society (ULS) is a membership organization established by cap 276 to provide services to its members in particular and to the people of Uganda. Its vision is to excel as a professional body in the development of the legal profession and promotion of justice in Uganda. Its mission is to improve the professional standards of members of the legal profession and to promote human rights and the rule of law, by assisting the government and the judiciary in the administration and practice of law in Uganda. Our Core values are: Equity and member-focused, Professionalism, Competence, Integrity, Accountability, Efficiency, Corporate Governance and Independence, Creativity and Innovation, Team Work.
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Senior Legal Officers – 4 positions Job at Uganda Law Society (ULS)
Uganda Law Society (ULS)
Job Description
Through its Legal Aid Project to implement the project; Strengthening Access to Justice and Promoting Sustainable Development for Marginalized and Vulnerable People in Uganda, the Society is seeking qualified and experienced individuals to fill the following positions at its Legal Aid Offices in the following districts of; Soroti, Kabale, Kabarole and Gulu.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
This position reports to the Manager Legal Aid. Major responsibilities will include but not limited to;
- Provision of general Legal counsel to indigent, vulnerable and Marginalised Persons.
- Drafting and preparation of Legal and Court Documents.
- Representing the Employer’s clients in courts of law, mediation/arbitration proceedings and or other tribunals.
- Representing the Employer at forums and meetings with donors, partners, etc.
- Formulation of articles for the Employer’s Journals and newsletters.
- Supervise all Pro-bono activities generally
- Preparation and submission of monthly Progress and Activity reports
- Maintaining proper and up-to-date client’s records and files.
- Overall management and supervision of the Legal Aid Work
- Ensure proper use and care of all assets belonging to the Employer.
- Supervise and appraise staff under his or her supervision. The appraisal shall be done together with the Head Legal Aid & Pro bono Services.
- Manage the Legal Aid office.
- Carry out any other lawful duties as may be assigned by the Chief Executive Officer, Head of Department, Legal Aid Services and or any other supervisor.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Applications should be addressed to:
THE HEAD HUMAN RESOURCE
UGANDA LAW SOCIETY/LEGAL AID PROJECT
PLOT 5A JOHN BABIIHA ROAD, ACACIA AVENUE
P.O.BOX 426, KAMPALA
Email: recruitment@uls.or.ug
The position applied for MUST be indicated in the subject line of the email
Deadline for receiving applications is Friday, 24 April 2026 at 5.00 pm
Full Job Advert: ULS-LAP-IDLO JOB ADVERT
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