Legal Officer

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized university.
  
• Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (LDC).
  
• Enrolled Advocate with a valid Practicing Certificate.
  
• Diploma in Project Planning & Management (added advantage).
  
• Minimum 1 year experience in civil society or legal practice.
  
• Strong mediation, negotiation, arbitration, and advocacy skills.
  
• Excellent research, analytical, and report-writing skills.
  

• Provide legal aid services, including litigation, ADR, follow-up, and referrals.
  
• Identify and respond to client support needs using a gender lens.
  
• Develop and strengthen strategic partnerships within districts.
  
• Negotiate, draft, and review contracts and agreements.
  
• Monitor project interventions and maintain accurate records.
  
• Prepare periodic technical and activity reports.
  
• Support advocacy initiatives aligned to FIDA-Uganda’s mandate.