Legal Officer 🎉
- Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- viaKaziConnect
6 days ago
Mid Level
Non Government Organization
2 - 5 years
Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized institution
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Officer to support our organization in ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. This role will be responsible for providing legal advice, drafting and reviewing contracts, supporting governance structures, and mitigating legal risks. The ideal candidate should have experience working in the nonprofit sector, with a strong understanding of legal frameworks, policy advocacy, and contract management.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Ensure the organization complies with all legal, regulatory, and governance requirements.
- Provide legal guidance on contracts, policies, and organizational operations.
- Stay updated on legislative changes and regulatory developments that may impact the organization.
- Assist in developing and implementing policies that align with legal and ethical standards.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, MOUs, partnership agreements, and grant agreements.
- Ensure that contractual obligations are met and address any legal disputes that arise.
- Maintain an organized contract management system to track key obligations and deadlines.
- Support the organization in board governance, compliance reporting, and regulatory filings.
- Identify potential legal risks and propose mitigation strategies.
- Provide training and capacity-building sessions on legal and compliance matters to internal teams.
- Support policy research and advocacy efforts related to the organization’s mission.
- Engage with external legal advisors, government agencies, and partner organizations on legal matters.
- Assist in grant compliance, donor agreements, and legal due diligence for funding proposals.
- Provide legal representation or coordinate with external legal counsel on litigation matters.
- Assist in dispute resolution processes, including mediation and arbitration.
- Ensure proper documentation and reporting of legal issues.
Education Other Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized institution. A Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice or equivalent certification is an advantage.
- 2-5 years of experience in legal practice, preferably in an NGO, nonprofit, or development sector.
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance, contracts, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
- Experience in policy analysis, advocacy, and nonprofit law is a plus.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and legal research skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools.
