Director, Legal Affairs
Legal Jobs
- Great Zimbabwe University- GZU
- Expires 03 Jul 2020
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
This is a senior position which requires a highly qualified individual with expert knowledge in administrative and commercial law as well as labour relations issues. The
incumbent must have solid negotiation skills, an ability to be strategic with a strong command on operations, an eye for detail and accuracy and commendable leadership
skills. The successful candidate will report directly to the Registrar and should have a deep understanding and knowledge of University administration and operations.
2. Director, Legal Affairs (1 Post)
Duties and Responsibilities
Provides leadership to the legal department and legal leadership across the University by implementing initiatives and processes in order to set standards and reinforce a culture of
integrity, quality, ethical behavior and responsibility across the institution;
• Develops the Legal Services team in all legal corporate affairs , implement and maintain key legal processes that relate to legal drafting, negotiations, and commercial settlement
agreements;
• Lead responsibility in the development and application of best practice in legal matters covering policies, procedures and the necessary controls and records;
• Identifies the legal risks and implications of all University transactions, keeping senior management in all departments informed of developments in the laws and regulations
that potentially affect their operations;
• Maintains and applies appropriate legal policies to guide processes across the University. To employ legal protocols and toolkits as necessary to ensure practices are effective and
compliant with regulations. Provide training and support to stakeholders and wider communities, to drive best practice and compliance into these communities;
• Prosecute cases in courts and disciplinary committees;
• Assists in documentation preparation and drafting of contracts, Memorandum of Understanding, leases, etcetera;
• Ensures that legal documents and other contractual documents are effectively drafted, reviewed, interpreted and vetted;
• Works in close liaison with Proctors for an effective student and staff disciplinary system; and
• Any other duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must have at least a master’s degree in Law and a relevant first degree plus at least five (5) years relevant work experience. In addition, the applicant should be a
Registered Legal Practitioner with good communication and presentation skills.
Possession of a Diploma in Labour Law/Relations will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
*Police clearance is a MUST for successful candidates.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants must submit six copies of applications of the following: application letter, certified
certificates and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience,
contact telephone number(s) and names and addresses of three referees to:
The Director, Human Resources
Great Zimbabwe University
P. O. Box 1235
MASVINGO
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 3 July, 2020. Only shortlisted applicants
will be contacted.
