Senior Legal Officer

• A Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in law (LLB).
  
• A diploma in Legal Practice.
  
• A master’s degree in law, or proof of admission to pursue a master’s degree in any aviation related studies, commercial law, corporate law, project finance or Management will be an added advantage.
  
• Must have a valid practising certificate.
  

• Support review, negotiation, and drafting of agreements between UNACL, suppliers, contractors, and joint venture partners.

• Assist in execution and implementation of contract terms, tracking deliverables, milestones, invoicing, and contract close‑out or renewal.

• Support allocation and management of contractual and regulatory risk in transactions.

• Prepare legal opinions and advisory notes on emerging issues.

• Develop and maintain contract inventories, trackers, and risk matrices.

• Monitor compliance with contracts and regulatory frameworks, and ensure internal policies are followed.

• Research legal and regulatory developments in Uganda and internationally, and advise on implications.

• Support corporate governance functions, including coordination of board and AGM operations.

• Prepare court documentation, assist in litigation management, and represent UNACL in hearings and legal proceedings.

• Coordinate with the Solicitor General's office to obtain necessary approvals for contracts as required.

• Provide assistance with other assignments as directed by the Legal and Board Affairs team.