LEGAL OFFICER – ZIMBABWE FOREIGN SERVICE INSTITUTE 359 views

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ZIMBABWE FOREIGN SERVICE INSTITUTE (Legal Officer & Executive Assistant)

 

 

Position: Legal Officer

Reports To: Director-General

Station: Harare (Zimbabwe Foreign Service Institute)

 

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

 

• Recommend policy review in relation to the pieces of legislation under the Ministry’s and Institution jurisdiction to be in alignment with the Constitution of Zimbabwe, Amendment (No. 20) Act 2013.

• Provision of legal advice on various legal issues pertaining to the day to day administration of the Institute.

• Prepare international and local agreements (MOUS)/ contracts to be entered into between the Institution and other parties, under the guidance of the Attorney General’s Office.

• Work closer with the Department of policy studies and Research

• Conduct research and keep abreast of the current trends on legal issues / matters (e.g. Treaties, Protocols and Agreements) prevailing in Regional and International arena within the Institution’s mandate.

• Prepare legal documents and the necessary Cabinet papers in respect of Acts administered by the Institution and submit the drafts for examination to the Attorney General’s Office.

• Prepare monthly legal returns for the Institute.

• Conducting legal research and providing advice on legal matters relevant to the Institute;

• Drafting and reviewing legal documents such as contracts, agreements and policies;

• Ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and sector standards;

• Assisting in the negotiation and settlement of disputes and claims;

• Managing and maintaining legal records and documentation;

• Staying updated on changes in laws and regulations affecting the Institute;

• Assisting in developing and implementing legal strategies and initiatives;

• Providing legal support and guidance to various internal teams;

• Assessing liabilities, risks, and recommending actions to Director General;

• Aiding in internal investigations and handling complaints processes.

 

 

Qualifications, Experience and Attributes

 

 

• A Bachelor of Laws Honours degree.

• Must be a registered Legal Practitioner.

• Must be highly assertive.

• Have strong influencing and negotiation skills.

• Thorough knowledge of Public entities Legislation, Regulations and Procedures.

• Thorough knowledge of Acts / Legislation being administered by the Ministry and Institution.

• Ability to handle confidential information.

• Possess good leadership qualities.

• Computer literate.

 

Job Summary

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Job Type

Contract

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Location

Harare

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Category

Officer

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Closing Date

December 22, 2025