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Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) is the regulatory authority responsible for overseeing and guiding the development of the communications sector in Uganda. Established by the Uganda Communications Act of 2013, the UCC's mandate encompasses telecommunications, broadcasting, radio communication, and postal services, ensuring that these services are accessible, efficient, and reliable for all Ugandans.
Mission and Vision
The UCC's mission is to promote the development of a modern communications sector in Uganda, fostering an environment that encourages investment, innovation, and fair competition. Its vision is to create a vibrant communications sector that enhances the social and economic development of Uganda.
The UCC is committed to engaging with communities and stakeholders to understand their needs and challenges. Through initiatives such as public consultations, workshops, and outreach programs, the commission ensures that its policies and actions are aligned with the aspirations of Ugandans.
Job Title
Officer Legal Compliance job at Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)
Job Description
To undertake legal measures and activities to promote compliance by the operators to the prevailing laws and regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities
To carry out investigations in respect of cases of anti-regulatory conduct. This will include interviewing witnesses and perpetrators, observing, investigating, gathering evidence, taking formal witness statements, and liaising with the Enforcement Team and agreeing appropriate action.
Create and manage effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations
Implement and manage an effective routine legal compliance monitoring program.
To support the legal process in the preparation for cases going to Court and giving evidence in Court.
Participate in litigation of communications offences.
To investigate any complaint/accusation regarding a licensed operator and follow up with the Operator if necessary while making sure all parties and departments involved are kept up-to-date on the status of any issues;
To provide legal advice and enforcement action in respect of debt collection together with the relevant units in the Finance Department.
To provide input into proposed regulatory frameworks and Guidelines as deemed necessary for the effective regulation of the sector
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Qualifications and Competencies
• A Bachelor’s degree in Laws;
• A Post Graduate Diploma in legal practice from the Law Development Centre;
• Enrolled as an advocate of the High Court of Uganda.
Working Experience
At least Two (2) years of relevant working experience in a similar corporate setting.
Experience in litigation and criminal prosecution will be an added advantage.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Technical
Stakeholder management
Legal Enforcement
Information Management
Business Alignment
Behavioral
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills;
Integrity
How to Apply
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