Legal Counsel, Uganda

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Legal Counsel will be responsible for providing high-quality legal advice and support to key stakeholders within the Foundation’s business across Uganda. This role is also responsible for providing post-contracting legal support for the Country Program portfolio, reviewing and advising on host country agreements and, where relevant, program contracts. Additionally, it coordinates legal support with external counsel and addresses legal operational needs in Uganda.

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

• Provide legal support on projects/programs in Uganda.
• Provide post-contracting legal support and other transactions related to the Foundation’s operations in Uganda. 
• Participate in various projects as legal support for the Foundation in Uganda.
• Assist in conducting due diligence for various projects in Uganda. 
• Proactively identify, analyze, and respond to legislative developments that affect the Foundation in Uganda.
• Provide support in policy discussions and negotiations with officials internally and externally, developing relationships with members of the legal profession and lawyers working in external law firms and/or partner agencies in the stated country. 
• Champion a values-based compliance culture as our organization evolves 
• Collaborate with Legal and Compliance Team to maintain and upgrade legal documentation.
• Support the continuous improvement of legal processes and procedures. 
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 

WHO YOU ARE

• Degree in law (LLB) from a recognized university.
• Relevant professional qualification.
• High standing member of their home country bar association.
• Minimum of eight (8) years’ relevant experience in a similar organization with three (3) years at a supervisory level
• Experience working in a reputable firm or in-house position with a demonstrated record of success in the given area 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate, commercial, and key legal and regulatory considerations relevant to Africa 
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of constituents across cultures
• Demonstrate a commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s values and vision.

The Mastercard Foundation values the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the organization and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.

Completion of satisfactory business references and background checks are essential conditions of employment.

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