LEGAL AND ADMIN OFFICER – Mutoko Rural District Council 442 views

VACANCY:

LEGAL AND ADMIN OFFICER [GRADE 9]

Applications are invited from suitably qualified, experienced, self-motivated and task-oriented individuals to fill the above position that has arisen within the Mutoko Rural District Council. The incumbent shall be reporting to the Executive Officer Human Resources and Admin.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

♦ Legal Advisory-Provide legal advice on various legal matters, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
♦ Document Drafting-Draft, review, and finalize legal documents, including contracts, agreements, resolutions, and policies.
♦ Litigation Management-Coordinate legal proceedings, including court cases and administrative hearings, drafting of summons and work with Council lawyers when necessary.
♦ Policy Development-Assist in formulating and revising council policies and procedures to align with legal standards and best practices.
♦ Documentation and Record Keeping-Maintain accurate records of legal documents, proceedings, and advice provided to ensure proper documentation and accountability.
♦ Facilitating the formulation of Council By-laws.
♦ Managing and Coordinating labor matters.
♦ Coordinating of performance management within Council
♦ Maintain order and employees’ discipline in accordance with the provisions of the Code of conduct.
♦ Managing the preparation of Council minutes.
♦ Managing the preparation and production of Council agendas and minutes of all Council meetings.
♦ Any other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Officer Human Resources and Admin.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

♦ Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized university.
♦ Must be registered with the Law Society of Zimbabwe (LSZ)
♦ At least two years experience in a legal environment.
♦ Local Government or Public service experience is an added advantage
♦ A clean Class 4 driver’s licence.
♦ At least 25 years old and mature
♦ A Citizen of Zimbabwe
♦ A clean criminal record