Job Vacancy: Legal Officer
Position: Legal Officer
Grade: D
Location: NAWEC
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB)
Barrister-at-Law (BL)
Prior work experience required
Job Description:
NAWEC is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Officer (Grade D) to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that all legal aspects of our operations are properly managed and that the company’s interests are protected. The Legal Officer will be responsible for a wide range of legal duties, including reviewing contracts, advising management, and ensuring compliance with the legal framework governing the company’s operations. The role requires an individual with strong analytical skills and attention to detail, as well as the ability to handle complex legal matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review all documentation with legal implications before signing and implementation.
- Negotiate, draft, and review local and international contracts, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), Power Purchase Agreements, and other legal documents on behalf of NAWEC.
- Serve on the Disciplinary Committee, ensuring the legality of proceedings, drafting disciplinary policies, and preparing hearing transcripts.
- Analyze the legal implications of the company’s activities, ensuring compliance with the legal framework.
- Draft conveyancing documents, including mortgages, deeds of release, further charges, and deeds of assignment.
- Assist the Commercial Department in debt recovery by drafting and managing debt payment agreements, negotiating settlements, and preparing lists of debtors for legal action.
- Participate in project evaluation and investment meetings to safeguard the legal interests of the company.
- Provide legal advisory services and interpretation to management.
- Support the company in controlling customer complaints and mitigating litigation risks.
- Provide Board Secretarial Services for the Board’s Human Resources and Remunerations Committee.
- Liaise with external lawyers handling court cases on behalf of the company and attend court hearings as necessary.
- Monitor and update management on legal proceedings involving NAWEC.
- Perform additional legal duties as assigned, including representing the company in litigation when required.
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Strong legal knowledge and the ability to interpret and apply legal principles.
- Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
- Experience in providing legal advisory services to corporate management teams.
Please click on the link for the Terms of Reference (ToR)
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, and relevant qualifications to recruitment@nawec.gm by 16th October 2024. Women are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further interviews.