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Senior Legal Officer (Regulatory & Land Matters) Job Opportunities – Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU)
Organization: Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Manager Policy
and Board Affairs
and Board Affairs
About US:
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) is a statutory body established
under Section 9 of the Petroleum (Exploration, Development and Production) Act
2013, and in line with the National Oil and Gas Policy for Uganda which was
approved in 2008. The PAU’s mandate is to monitor and regulate the exploration,
development and production, together with the refining, gas conversion,
transportation and storage of petroleum in Uganda. This includes ensuring that
petroleum operations in Uganda are carried out in accordance with the relevant
laws, regulations, guidelines, statutes and in line with international best
practice for the petroleum industry.
under Section 9 of the Petroleum (Exploration, Development and Production) Act
2013, and in line with the National Oil and Gas Policy for Uganda which was
approved in 2008. The PAU’s mandate is to monitor and regulate the exploration,
development and production, together with the refining, gas conversion,
transportation and storage of petroleum in Uganda. This includes ensuring that
petroleum operations in Uganda are carried out in accordance with the relevant
laws, regulations, guidelines, statutes and in line with international best
practice for the petroleum industry.
Job Summary: The Senior
Legal Officer (Regulatory & Land Matters) will provide legal advice and
guidance on land acquisition matters to support the work of PAU and of its
operations. He will also support the function of executing Board secretarial
work and that of management in support of the Manager Legal Advisory and Board Affairs.
He will coordinate regulatory impact assessments and give concrete proposals
for amendment of laws, regulations and policies.
Legal Officer (Regulatory & Land Matters) will provide legal advice and
guidance on land acquisition matters to support the work of PAU and of its
operations. He will also support the function of executing Board secretarial
work and that of management in support of the Manager Legal Advisory and Board Affairs.
He will coordinate regulatory impact assessments and give concrete proposals
for amendment of laws, regulations and policies.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Supports the Manager Legal Advisory and
Board Affairs on all legal matters of the Authority. - Conducts research and provides legal
guidance on land issues arising out of the authority operations. - Guides and handles the convening and
facilitation of Board meetings. - Assists preparation of minutes of the
Board, reports and other critical research required to support the Board. - Follows up on implementation of decisions
made by the Board. - Actively participates in the preparation
of advise to senior management and the Board of Directors on corporate
governance issues and compliance with statutory and regulatory
requirements. - Prepares minutes, agenda, notices, and
subsequent correspondence in connection with meetings of Management and
Board of Directors. - Participates in the review of laws,
regulations and procedures applicable to the work of PAU, checks for any
changes to this new legislation, policy changes and developments which may
affect the work of PAU. - Coordinate the preparation, documentation,
review and submission of periodic progress reports to relevant internal
and external stakeholders. - Plan and budget for resource requirements
in the business Unit and monitor the usage to ensure efficiency. - Develop and monitor a Business Unit Work
plan and develop performance agreements with all the staff under
supervision. - Monitor staff performance and provide
guidance and periodic feedback for performance improvement. - Assess the training and development needs
of staff under supervision and recommend appropriate interventions. - Provide coaching and mentoring support to
staff under jurisdiction. - Initiate and implement activities/programs
intended to create and harness teamwork in the business Unit. - Implement any other staff related programs
as introduced and approved in the organization. - Create and maintain a working atmosphere
that fosters creativity and innovation in the team. - Perform any other duties as may be
assigned from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The applicant for the Petroleum Authority
of Uganda (PAU) Senior Legal Officer (Regulatory & Land Matters) job
placement must hold a Master’s Degree in Petroleum Law or Petroleum
Policy, or Land Management from an internationally recognized University /
Institution. - An honours Bachelor of Laws Degree from an
internationally recognised University / Institution. - A Postgraduate Diploma in legal practice.
- The applicant must also be enrolled as an
advocate. - Five years’ experience in a similar or
relevant organization. - Previous experience in working in a
leadership role in a similar organisation. - Demonstrated experience in liaising with
other Government institutions and stakeholders. - A qualification in the oil and gas sector
from internationally recognised institutions is desired - Internationally recognised professional
qualifications or membership with an internationally recognized professional
body. - Extensive knowledge of legal and
regulatory provisions of the Ugandan law and international law pertaining
to the oil and gas industry. - Critical thinking and problem-solving
skills. - Ability to work independently and in a
team. - Excellent analytical, negotiation and
coordination skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills. - Excellent supervisory skills.
- Good IT literacy and computer skills.
- Ability to lead and motivate co-workers.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to
apply online by clicking on the link below.
apply online by clicking on the link below.
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Deadline: Wednesday, 18th April 2018 by 11:59 pm.
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