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Legal Officer

  • Full Time
  • Harare
  • Applications have closed

Minerals Marketing Corporation of Zimbabwe

DUE: 08 JUNE 2023

LEGAL OFFICER (GRADE D3)

In line with the Corporation’s strategic initiatives towards increased value addition and foreign currency generation, Minerals Marketing Corporation of Zimbabwe (MMCZ), is seeking a suitably qualified candidate to fill the following position:

Reporting to the Deputy General Manager – Corporate Affairs, this position exists to provide legal services to the Corporation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent will be responsible for:

  • Providing legal advice concerning laws and regulations that impact the functions of the Corporation.
  • Drafting and reviewing proposed contracts, service level agreements, legal instruments, etc Identifying key legal risks facing the Corporation and developing strategies to address them,
  • Reviewing any new legislation or statutory instruments and advising accordingly
  • Conducting in-depth legal research on any legal matter concerning the Corporation Providing legal training to MMCZ staff on legal matters.
  • Ensuring compliance with good corporate governance standards and all statutory requirements
  • Evaluating MMCZ tender processes as Tender Evaluation Committee member.
  • Helping in the development of budgets for the department and the Board.
  • Any other duties assigned by the superior

Minimum Academic Qualifications and Experience

  • Degree in Law (LLBS).
  • 3 years of relevant experience
  • Experience in legal instruments drafting and interpretation.
  • Registration with the Law Society of Zimbabwe, a must Professional qualification such as CGAIZ is an added advantage.
  • Clean class 4 Drivers Licence

The person should:

  • Have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
  • Have good communication, writing, and report writing skills
  • Have thorough knowledge of mining laws and other relevant legal instruments
  • Be authoritative
  • Be computer literate

TO APPLY

Interested candidates must submit their applications, curriculum vitae, and certified copies of relevant professional certificates clearly indicating the position being applied for to:

The Human Resources & Administration Manager
Minerals Marketing Corporation of Zimbabwe
90 Mutare Road
Or
email to: legal2023@mmcz.co.zw

The closing date for applications on 8 June 2023, Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.