Senior Legal Officer-Readvertised job at Mountains of the Moon University

Background

Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) is a Public University established under Statutory Instrument Number 2 of 2022, hence a body Corporate with perpetual succession and a Common Seal. MMU strives to become an academic Centre of excellence, by recruiting high caliber staff. MMU therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and skilled Ugandans for the following positions: -

Main purpose of the job

To advise the University Management and Council on all legal matters.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities shall be to;

• Establish the strategic direction, designs and implementation of policies and procedures for the overall legal function of the University.
• Lead the defence and action of all University legal cases.
• Provide legal expertise to the entire University structure.
• Provide leadership and ensure efficient and effective management of staff and resources in the Legal Unit.
• Plan and direct all aspects of the University’s legal affairs and ensures effective execution.
• Review and advise Management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
• Conduct due diligence on firms intending to carry out major projects of supply of goods and services to the University as may be directed by the University Secretary.
• Review and draft Contracts, Agreements and ensures that they are in compliance with all Statutory or legal requirements.
• Liaise with the External Lawyers, in consultation with the University Secretary on all cases that are referred to them for action.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports to Management.
• Liaise with the Faculties, Directorates and Departments of the University to ensure that legal risks are identified and appropriate legal action taken.
• Prepare Departmental work plans and budgets.
• Conduct legal research that supports drafting of legal submissions and briefs to facilitate defense teams in Court.
• Perform any other official duties assigned from time to time.

Person Specifications

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning
• Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Law Development Centre.

Working experience

• Should have at least five (5) years relevant working experience, two (2) years of which should be at supervisory level with proven track record in contract negotiation and drafting documents.
• Should be an Advocate of High Court with a valid practicing certificate and ability to synthesize and interpret legal matters, build, lead, and work with teams.

Required Competencies

• Proven track record of providing accurate and effective legal counsel
• In-depth knowledge of Regulatory Frameworks
• Leadership and Supervisory skills
• Quick judgement and decision making and ability to initiate change.
• Excellent skills in Computer literacy and Interpersonal and Communication skills
• High integrity with excellent Leadership and People skills.
• Computer literacy, with good working knowledge of standard office documentation software and with demonstrable knowledge.

Additional Notes

The application must be received by 5:00 p.m. on 27th March, 2026. MMU is an equal opportunity employer, and appointments to all positions are based on merit. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted formally. Females and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

• Establish the strategic direction, designs and implementation of policies and procedures for the overall legal function of the University.
• Lead the defence and action of all University legal cases.
• Provide legal expertise to the entire University structure.
• Provide leadership and ensure efficient and effective management of staff and resources in the Legal Unit.
• Plan and direct all aspects of the University’s legal affairs and ensures effective execution.
• Review and advise Management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
• Conduct due diligence on firms intending to carry out major projects of supply of goods and services to the University as may be directed by the University Secretary.
• Review and draft Contracts, Agreements and ensures that they are in compliance with all Statutory or legal requirements.
• Liaise with the External Lawyers, in consultation with the University Secretary on all cases that are referred to them for action.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports to Management.
• Liaise with the Faculties, Directorates and Departments of the University to ensure that legal risks are identified and appropriate legal action taken.
• Prepare Departmental work plans and budgets.
• Conduct legal research that supports drafting of legal submissions and briefs to facilitate defense teams in Court.
• Perform any other official duties assigned from time to time.

• Proven track record of providing accurate and effective legal counsel
• In-depth knowledge of Regulatory Frameworks
• Leadership and Supervisory skills
• Quick judgement and decision making and ability to initiate change.
• Excellent skills in Computer literacy and Interpersonal and Communication skills
• High integrity with excellent Leadership and People skills.
• Computer literacy, with good working knowledge of standard office documentation software and with demonstrable knowledge.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized University or Institution of Higher Learning
• Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Law Development Centre.
• Should be an Advocate of High Court with a valid practicing certificate