LEGAL MANAGER – Zimbabwe Gender Commission 80 views

Vacancy

Job Description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill vacancies within the Zimbabwe Gender Commission. Applicants should submit an application letter accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified academic and professional certificates. The jobs are:

Reports to: Director Legal Complaints Handling and Investigations

Location: Harare

Job Purpose:

To assist Director Legal Complaints Handling and Investigations in providing legal support to the Commission and ensuring compliance with legislation, regulations, and policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide legal advice and guidance to the Commission and Zimbabwe Gender Commission clients.
To assist in developing and implementing strategies, policies, and procedures for the Legal and Corporate Service Function of the Commission.
Conduct legal training and capacity building on gender equality laws and human rights and other related legal issues to the Commission, stakeholders, and the general public.
Assist in conducting investigations of possible violations related to gender in accordance with established legal standards, policies, and procedures.
Assist in drafting and negotiating contracts and Memoranda of Understanding entered by and between the Commission and stakeholders.
Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, annual, and other reports.

Qualifications and Experience

Education and Experience

A Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Degree from an accredited tertiary institution.
A relevant Master’s degree is an added advantage.
Minimum of 5 years working experience in Gender related work.
Competencies and Skills
Excellent oral, report writing and presentation skills.
Excellent leadership skills.
Ability and tenacity to work with Government and other stakeholders.
Must be a person of high integrity, professionalism, assertiveness, and innovation.
Proficient in Microsoft packages.
A clean class four (4) driver’s license
Results focused
Customer Service Orientation
Technical & Professional Expertise