Senior Officer Licensing

December 10, 2024
Application ends: December 22, 2024
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Deadline date:
December 22, 2024

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title

Senior Officer Licensing

Job GradeUCC5
DepartmentLegal AffairsDivision/ SectionLicensing & Regulatory Affairs
Reports ToManager LicensingSupervisesOfficer Licensing
LocationHead Office 
Review DateMay 2024
Job Purpose
To prepare and review the Commission’s legal cases, instruments, and documents and, conduct research to provide advice that protects the Commission’s interests in particular the Commission’s licensing mandate.
Primary Tasks and Responsibilities
1.       Conduct research and provide legal opinions on issues relating to the Commission’s operations.

2.       Represent the Commission in court cases which are not sourced to external lawyers.

3.       Prepare contracts/agreements, legal documents/instruments arising out of the operations of the Commission.

4.       Provide input into proposed regulatory frameworks and Guidelines as deemed necessary for the effective regulation of the sector.

5.       Correspond with license applicants regarding their license application processes.

6.       Participate in the review and negotiations of licenses, agreements, and processes leading to the resolution of disputes.

7.       Prepare management papers for license applications for publication in the national print media.

8.       Provide input into proposed regulatory frameworks and Guidelines as deemed necessary for the effective regulation of the sector.

9.       Conduct performance appraisals diligently and comprehensively for subordinate staff, ensuring thorough evaluation of their individual contributions, achievements, and areas for improvement.

Key Performance Indicators
1.       License applications revised.

2.       Number of litigation cases won or resolved favorably.

3.       TAT to review and finalize contracts.

4.       Time taken to respond to and resolve regulatory investigations.

5.       Compliance with corporate governance standards.

Education and Professional Qualifications
·         Master’s degree in law

·         Bachelor’s degree in law

·         Postgraduate Diploma in legal practice; and an enrolled advocate of the High Court of Uganda

Working Experience
Minimum of four (4) years experience in legal practice in a similar corporate setting.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Technical

·         Knowledge of licensing processes and standards.

·         Legal research, analysis, and drafting skills.

·         Stakeholder management.

·         Knowledge of national, regional, and international ICT laws and regulations.

Behavioral

·         Communication skills and interpersonal skills.

·         Integrity.

·         Negotiation skills.

·         Problem-solving and decision-making.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

The detailed job descriptions can be accessed at the UCC Website: https://erp.ucc.co.ug/jobs/detail/senior-officer-licensing-608

Interested persons can submit their applications using the link https://erp.ucc.co.ug/jobs

to complete the online application form and upload their CV, Application letter and relevant certificates.

The CV must include 3 referees including their email address and telephone number. The deadline for submitting applications is 22nd December 2024 at 5:00pm.

UCC is an equal opportunity employer. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Only shortisted candidates will be contacted.


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