3. Legal Advisor

Job type: Full-time

• Post: Legal Advisor
• Reports to: Executive Secretary
• Organisation: International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR)
• Languages: English and/or Kiswahili, French mandatory; Portuguese, Arabic optional
• Eligibility: Citizens of ICGLR Member States
• Opportunity Type: Contract (3-year contract, renewable once based on satisfactory performance)
• Relevant Experience: 10 years minimum
• Expected Start Date: March 2025
• Job Location: ICGLR Conference Secretariat, Bujumbura, Burundi
• Salary Scale: P4

Background:
The Legal Advisor will be responsible for providing legal support to the ICGLR, ensuring that all international agreements and protocols are in compliance with legal standards. The role includes providing expert advice and managing legal documentation for the organization.

Job Summary:
The Legal Advisor will manage and interpret legal agreements, assist in negotiations, and support the implementation of various legal instruments within the ICGLR.

Specific Tasks & Duties:

• Advise on the ratification and implementation of international legal agreements.
• Draft and interpret legal instruments, contracts, and agreements for the ICGLR.
• Represent the Secretariat in legal proceedings and manage litigation.
• Provide legal advice on peace and security matters.
• Maintain the custody of the ICGLR’s legal documents.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and documents related to the legal aspects of the organization.

Candidate Profile:

• Master’s degree in Law, Post-graduate education in International Relations.
• At least 10 years of professional experience in international law and legal work.
• A valid practicing license and experience in legal research, report-writing, and legal proceedings.
• The candidate should have prior experience working with regional or international organizations.

General Application Procedures:

• All applicants must have the ability to coach and transfer knowledge to subordinates and colleagues.
• Computer literacy (in data management, word, and spreadsheet applications).
• Applicants must be Tanzanian citizens aged between 35 and 55 years.
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply, as the ICGLR is highly committed to gender balance.
• Applicants must submit a detailed CV (not more than five (5) pages), the names and contact details of three (3) referees, a covering letter indicating the position/title on the subject line, certified copies of relevant academic certificates, and a copy of their national passport showing the date of birth.
• Applications that do not include evidence (passport bio-page showing nationality and age), a covering letter, or certified copies of relevant documents will be disqualified.
• The presentation of forged certificates and other false information will lead to legal action.
• Interested candidates who meet the qualifications and experience requirements for any of the above positions should submit their signed applications via email: dhrd.tc@utumishi.go.tz or send them to:
  The Permanent Secretary,
  President’s Office, Public Service Management and Good Governance,
  Mtumba Government City, Utumishi Street,
  P.O. Box 670, DODOMA.
• The deadline for applications is 20th December, 2024.

Released by:
PERMANENT SECRETARY
PRESIDENT’S OFFICE, PUBLIC SERVICE MANAGEMENT AND GOOD GOVERNANCE