LITIGATION & CLAIMS OFFICER Job at Precision Air Services Plc

Precision Air Services Plc is a fast growing private Tanzanian airline which operates in Partnership with Kenya Airways, with its strategies to expand wings beyond East Africa and Africa.

In order to keep our services at a higher level and meet our customers' maximum satisfaction

We wish to invite applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill in this challenging position.

Position: LITIGATION & CLAIMS OFFICER

Reporting to: CHIEF LEGAL COUNSEL

Duration: THREE (3) YEARS

ROLE:

• Provides accurate and comprehensive legal advice, legal representation and legal services to the Company; 

• Implements, assists, and supports the work functions of the department in meeting company targets, securing and preserving company interests; 

• Perform duties assigned by the Department head. 

QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Laws degree (LL.B) 

• Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania (with at least 2 – 5 years of post-admission experience) 

• Knowledgeable and experienced in Civil litigation in Tanzania 

• Knowledge in English Common Law, English litigation procedure, and Roman Dutch Law legal systems, (added advantage) 

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• A high level of concentration and organisation 

• Ability to multi task, prioritise and manage competing demands; 

• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team 

• Computer literate and experienced in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook) 

• Excellent communication skills in Kiswahili and English (written and verbal) 

• Friendly, professional, enthusiastic and keen to understand about company operations and funtions 

• Pays attention to details and keen eye for quality management of work 

• Responsible and accountable for own actions 

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Represent the company in court or ADR proceedings; 

• Receive and manage case or claims documents from user departments or external counsel; 

• Consults with department head or external lawyers on litigation options, structure, workflow and initial time frames. 

• Providing timely advice and performs specific requests for individual case file or case documents review, merging or update on litigation or claims 

• Assist department head in case management 

• Observant of professional etiquette, ethics and conduct 

• Performs other duties as and when assigned by department head 

CLOSING DATE:

Not later than : 21st  July, 2014.

MODE OF APPLICATION:

If you feel you meet the above requirements please send your application and CV to the address below with name of 3 referees (2 of which must be persons with direct knowledge of your practicing experience). Only short‐listed applicants will be contacted.

Director of Human Resources and Administration

Precision Air Services Plc

Mail Box 70770

Dar es Salaam

Tanzania

E‐mail:pwrecruit@precisionairtz.com