LEGAL OFFICER at Tanzania Tourist Board

The Tanzania Tourist Board (TTB) is a Government organization established under the Tanzania Tourist Board Act, CAP 364, and R.E. 2002 of the Laws of Tanzania. The main functions of the Board include the promotion of Destination Tanzania, encouraging tourism development, and fostering an understanding within Tanzania of the importance and economic benefits of the tourism industry. The Board as an equal opportunity employer is looking for suitably qualified Tanzanian Citizens to fill the following vacancies:-

LEGAL OFFICER GRADE II (1 POST)

Duty Station: Dar es Salaam

Required qualifications

Holder of Degree in Law (LLB) from any recognized University/Institution who has passed a recognized practical legal training or undergone internship programme recognized by the Attorney General. Registration as an Advocate will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities:

(i) To attend all legal cases in the court of law on behalf of the Board; 

(ii) To assist in taking charge of documents and correspondences of already assigned cases; 

(iii) To assist in dealing with legal routine correspondences addressed to Board; 

(iv) To file and appear for proceedings in courts; 

(v) To assist in administering compliance to the terms of agreements and contracts to ensure that the Board's interests are safeguarded; 

(vi) To maintain an updated database of court decisions; 

(vii) To assist in reviewing Board contracts and agreements; 

(viii) To prepare all legal documents for the Board; 

(ix) To review legal reports and opinion on matters involving the Board claims for presentation to the senior management meeting; 

(x) To interpret legislation and other legal documents; 

(xi) To participate in drawing contracts and other legal instruments of the Board; 

(xii) To prepare legal opinions, charges and other related documents; 

(xiii) To draft and review the Board's legal procedures; 

(xiv) To provide legal advice to all employees of the Board on matters relating to the affairs of the Organization; 

(xv) To perform any other duties as shall be assigned from time to time by the Superior. 

Remuneration

A competitive remuneration package will be provided which is within Tanzania Tourist Board salary scale (TTBS) 4.

NB: GENERAL CONDITIONS

i) All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old;

ii) All applicants must attach an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) showing reliable contact (postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers);

iii) Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic Certificates:

• Postgraduate/ Degree/Advance Diploma/Diploma Certificates;

• Postgraduate/Degree/Advance Diploma/Diploma Transcripts;

• Form IV and VI National Examination Certificates;

• Computer Certificate;

•  One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.

 Note that, Testimonials, Partial Transcript and Result Slips will not be accepted.


iv) Presentation of any forged documents and any other informations in the CV will Necessitate legal action;

v) Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable Contacts details;

vi) Academic Certificates from foreign bodies for Ordinary Level Education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA);

vii) Applicants for senior posts currently employed in the Public Service should rout their application letters through their respective employer;

viii) Applicants for entry position currently employed in the Public Service should not

apply; they have to comply with Government Circular No. CAC.45/257/01/D/140 dated on 30th November, 2010;

ix) Academic Certificates from foreign Universities/Institutions should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU);

x) Only short listed applicants will be informed on a date for interview;

xi) Deadline for application is 09th November, 2014;

xii) Application letters (sealed) should be posted to the following address:-

The Managing Director,
Tanzania Tourist Board,
Samora Avenue / Azikiwe Streat,
IPS Building, Third Floor,

P. O. Box 2485,
DAR ES SALAAM.

NB: HAND DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTED.