Zambia Red Cross Society

JOB ADVERT – LEGAL OFFICER

About the Organization

The Zambia Red Cross Society (ZRCS) is a Humanitarian Organization established in 1966 by an Act of Parliament CAP 307 of the laws of Zambia as an auxiliary institution that augments government efforts in humanitarian assistance. ZRCS is part of the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). In line with its mandate, ZRCS works with various actors in collaboration with Government of Zambia in responding to both man-made and natural disasters. Over the recent years, ZRCS has grown exponentially both in the scope of services and workforce. To strengthen its legal and regulatory framework, ZRCS seeks the services of a qualified and experienced Legal Officer, to be based at the National Headquarters in Lusaka

Main purpose

To provide overall legal expertise and support on legal issues relating to the functions, structures and activities of the organization and support management on issues pertaining to legal and regulatory framework and monitor compliance with legal and regulatory corporate governance requirements.

Accountabilities and responsibilities

– Advising the organisation on all legal matters that may arise in its operations.
– Drawing and vetting of contracts, MoUs, agreements and other legal documents
– Development of divisional budgets and workplans
– Liaising with external lawyers and the state law office on all cases filed against the organisation to ensure instructions, witnesses and statements are procured on time
– Negotiating for contracts
– Following up on cases filed against the organisation and preparation of legal reports and opinions
– Undertaking legal research
– Developing, implementing and reviewing legal policies and procedures to ensure that they are in accord with the existing legislation
– Coordinating the organisation’s complaint management system
– Advising the organisation on the legislation that affect the organisation and changes made thereof.
– Monitoring compliance with legal and statutory requirements of the organisation
– Providing necessary support in the board secretarial function
– Providing of day to day legal and regulatory support to the functional areas covering general compliance queries and reviews
– Carry out any other duties relating to laws of the country, or the organisation generally as may be directed by the Secretary General from time to time.

Educational Requirements

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have:

– Have a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized institution
– Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
– Advocate of the High Court of Zambia
– Be a member of the Law Society of Zambia (LAZ)
– Possession of a current Law Practicing Certificate
– Evidence of proficiency in computer applications

Work Experience

– A minimum of five (5) years relevant work experience in public service or Private sector.

Key competencies

– Organisational skills
– Team player
– Communication skills
– Interpersonal skills
– Attention to detail
– Strategic planning skills