Legal Officer (NGO) X 02 (Lusaka Province)
Job Categories:
Legal
Date Posted:
2025-09-15 18:53:23
Employment Type
Full Time
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Location:
Lusaka
Salary:
Negotiable
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Description:
Job Purpose
The Legal Officer will provide legal and administrative support in reviewing, drafting, executing, and maintaining contractual and other legal documents to ensure full compliance with internal policies, donor requirements, and applicable laws. Support the legal risk management process, ensure contracts are fully executed, and assist in legal matters across the organization. Supporting the onboarding of vendors or partners from a legal compliance standpoint. Maintaining logs and trackers related to legal issues, disputes, or complaints. Assisting with legal research and documentation, while senior roles involve strategic legal planning, team leadership, and representing the organization in high-stakes legal matters. Coordinating with internal stakeholders on legal documentation needs, particularly during audits and donor reviews.
Primary Areas of Accountability:
Qualifications and Experience
- Full Grade Twelve Certificate
- Bachelor’s degree in law.
- Minimum 4 years experience working in a similar role.
- Must have a minimum of 2- 3 years’ experience in a legal or paralegal role, preferably within an NGO, donor-funded organization, or legal firm managing NGOs
- Must be a member of LAZ
NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS A RELIEF/TEMPORARY ENGAGEMENT FOR A PERIOD OF 3 MONTHS
QUALIFIED & EXPERIENCED FEMALES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
If you meet the hiring requirements for the position, please email your CV in MS Word and Cover Letter clearly stating your salary expectations to: jobs@bemconsult.com & Cc bemconsult8@gmail.com
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