Department:
Legal Affairs
Grade:
LS-7
Type of Contract:
Temporary Appointment
Duty Station:
Harare, Zimbabwe
Deadline:
Sunday, March 13, 2016
Purpose of the Position
The Junior Lawyer will provide general back-up support in updating project files, preparing a register of all legal documents and, generally, maintaining an easily searchable information management system in the Legal Affairs department. Under the overall guidance and direction of the Legal Counsel, the Junior Lawyer will provide technical, research and administrative support in the following duties and responsibilities.
The Junior Lawyer will provide general back-up support in updating project files, preparing a register of all legal documents and, generally, maintaining an easily searchable information management system in the Legal Affairs department. Under the overall guidance and direction of the Legal Counsel, the Junior Lawyer will provide technical, research and administrative support in the following duties and responsibilities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide support in conducting research and drafting of legal documents as required and collating background information on legal issues for the attention of Legal Counsel.
- Support in drafting, proof reading and editing of documents.
- Assist in maintaining and updating a calendar of enforcement triggers and monitoring compliance issues in consultation with Legal Counsel.
- Participate in relevant internal and external meetings and prepare supporting/background papers for the meeting.
- Provide support in maintaining and updating the registry of legal documents including all legal instruments pertaining to the preparation, negotiation, signing and enforcement of grant agreements.
- Provide support in the development and maintenance of the legal database.
- Assist in logging and processing requests addressed to the department and any other administrative tasks as assigned by Legal Counsel.
Selection Criteria
Selection will be on a competitive basis and the following minimum qualifications, experience and competencies are required:
Education: University degree in Law from a recognized university. Candidates must be a registered legal practitioner admitted to the bar in a civil law jurisdiction.
Work experience: At least two years’ experience and candidates must have an interest in development work or aspiring to develop a career as an in-house lawyer.
Language: Very good knowledge of English (written and spoken). Knowledge of French would be an added advantage.
Core Competencies
- Planning and organizing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication
- Respect for organizational, intercultural and ethical values
- Learning and Innovation
Functional Skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge or exposure to, both the common law and civil law systems.
- Experience in applying legal expertise to complex, practical issues requiring analytical skills as well as rigorous intellectual integrity;
- Excellent drafting skills in respect of legal and administrative instruments coupled with proven ability to negotiate, pay attention to detail and build consensus with diverse stakeholders.
- Possession of a teamwork orientation and ability to interact harmoniously and effectively in a multicultural environment.
Application Process
Applications, quoting the reference “Junior Lawyer /08/16,” including curriculum vitae with three (3) referees should be received at the address below by 13 March 2016.
The Human Resources Manager
The African Capacity Building Foundation
P.O. Box 1562
HARARE, Zimbabwe
E-mail: Recruitment@acbf-pact.org
The African Capacity Building Foundation
P.O. Box 1562
HARARE, Zimbabwe
E-mail: Recruitment@acbf-pact.org
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. The Executive Secretary reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
ACBF is a smoke-free environment.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
ACBF is a smoke-free environment.
