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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
The Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) is a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament in 1998. It operates under the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs and plays a crucial role in the registration and regulation of businesses, marriages, intellectual property, and civil events in Uganda. URSB's mission is to create an efficient and reliable registration system that supports economic growth, social development, and good governance.
Over the years, URSB has been instrumental in simplifying and modernizing registration processes, making them more accessible to the public. The bureau's services are designed to foster business development, protect intellectual property, and ensure that civil events are recorded accurately and efficiently. URSB has also embraced technology, enabling online services that allow citizens to register their businesses, trademarks, patents, and other important records from the comfort of their homes or offices.
Job Title
Manager Copyrights & Neighboring Rights job at Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB)
Job Description
Plans, develops and implements strategies for the copyright and related rights to achieve its mandate.
Duties and Responsibilities
Plans, develops and implements strategies for the copyright and related rights to achieve its mandate.
Administers the laws related to Copyright and Related Rights and be responsible for registration of Copyright Works
Formulates and updates Laws on Copyright and Related Rights in accordance with international standards
Submits and recommends the policy direction for the Copyright Administration and to plan and carry out the program of activities to strengthen the institutional and professional capacity of the Office
Implements and manages strategic relationships with clients, Ministries Departments and Agencies (MDAs), regional and international partners.
Administers, supervises and provides guidance to Collective Management Organizations (CMO)
Registers copyrights, neighboring rights, CMOs, licenses and assignments.
Acts as the focal person for national copyrights information.
Builds up a network of treaty relationships for the protection of the works of authors and other creators abroad
Assists the right holders in commercializing their works and maximizing the economic utilization of their creative property assets through the setup of well-functioning collective management societies
Addresses questions and queries from interested persons on intellectual property matters, prepares legislative action plan, and reviews existing laws on intellectual property for conformity and compliance with the requirements of the Trade- Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights Agreement and regulations.
Holds hearings and functions as a tribunal under the law and supervises the performance of duties and functions
Submits advice on questions relating to the revision of laws, rules and office procedures pertaining to the field of Intellectual Property
Strengthens and improves the administrative set up and the mechanisms for enforcement of intellectual property rights
Supervises, appraise and generally manage the performance and development of staff of the directorate in line with the Human Resource Regulations.
Performs any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Director Industrial Property.
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Qualifications and Competencies
Key Outputs
To set up an efficient system for the grant of titles and rights to creators and owners of copyright and related rights by commercializing their works, which will further spur the growth of creative cultural industries and lead to an enhanced quality of life for the citizens.
Qualification and Experience
An Honors’ degree in law, social sciences or related discipline.
At least five (5) years working experience in a reputable public or private organisation, three (3) of which at a supervisory level
Knowledge of relevant legislation relating to registration duties.
Personal Specification
Good leadership, interpersonal, analytical, mentoring and communication skills.
Ability to liaise and network with other Government Departments.
Ability to effectively motivate and lead others/Teamwork skills.
How to Apply
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