Job Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s degree

Work experience:

3 years

Language skills:

English

Job Summary

Contract Type:

Full time

Main Purpose

Provide legal advice and litigation services to National Drug Authority

 

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities.

  • Represent National Drug Authority in Courts of Law.
  • Prosecute criminal cases arising out of the National Drug Policy and Authority
  • Formulate defense and prosecution strategies for cases in which National Drug Authority has an interest.
  • Liaise with and support external counsel in preparation for trial.
  • Provide input in the development and implementation of enforcement and investigation procedures.
  • Provide legal advice in respect of compliance with the National Drug Policy and Authority Act as well as all other laws of Uganda.
  • Participate in the review of legislation governing the operations of the National Drug Authority and advise on areas for amendment.
  • Draft legal documents and other legal correspondences
  • Participate in workshops and seminars for capacity building and information sharing with stakeholders and relevant partners.
  • Participate in performance/management review meetings and guide management decisions for continual improvement.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

Education

  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized University
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Law Development Centre
  • A valid Practicing Certificate.

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