Attorney (Wakiso) – Redeem
Full time @Redeem International posted 2 hours ago in Administration Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 29864
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Career Level Officer
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Administration
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
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Job Type Full time
Job Description
Attorney (Wakiso) – Redeem
About the Employer: Redeem is a Christian organization dedicated to protecting widows and orphans from violent abuse and exploitation. It is currently implementing a programme in Uganda to protect vulnerable widows and orphans from predatory eviction, with plans to expand its work into other countries.
About the Role: The Attorney will represent victims of violence in criminal, civil and administrative justice systems while strengthening the capacity of law enforcement partners within the Justice, Law and Order Sector (JLOS). The role involves handling legal cases, advising investigators, supporting prosecutions, representing clients in court and providing legal guidance and training to justice-sector stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with casework team members in developing intervention strategies.
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Identify and advise potential clients through initial interviews and screening processes.
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Advise Redeem investigators and Uganda Police Force investigators on evidence collection.
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Work with social workers to ensure proceedings are trauma-informed.
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Review and analyse investigative reports, witness statements and physical evidence.
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Present cases for prosecution to the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
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Conduct legal research and analysis and prepare legal submissions, briefs and correspondence.
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Advise and support State Attorneys in prosecuting cases involving Redeem clients.
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Represent clients in civil court matters and support criminal prosecutions.
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Participate in estate administration, boundary demarcation and land documentation proceedings.
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Develop working relationships with DPP prosecutors and State Attorneys.
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Identify lessons from casework and recommend improvements.
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Participate in JLOS stakeholder coordination meetings.
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Provide legal and casework support to DPP prosecutors and State Attorneys.
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Develop and facilitate training programmes to improve DPP performance and strengthen justice-sector capacity.
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Participate in community outreach, engagement and education programmes.
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Advocate for Redeem and the DPP before JLOS and other relevant authorities.
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Contribute to organizational systems, guidelines and policies.
Qualifications and Experience:
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Degree in Law.
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Successful completion of the Law Development Centre (LDC).
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Current Practising Certificate.
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At least five (5) years of experience practising as an attorney in an active civil or criminal litigation practice.
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Experience handling casework similar to Redeem’s is an added advantage.
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Experience as a DPP Prosecutor or State Attorney is preferred.
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Experience working with JLOS institutions and stakeholders is preferred.
Skills and Competencies:
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Fluency in English and Luganda, with excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Strong computer literacy, particularly in word processing, email and other business systems.
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Excellent legal research, analysis, writing and advocacy skills.
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Mastery of Uganda’s criminal, estate and/or land law and procedures is preferred.
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Knowledge of Google Workspace and digital project management tools is an added advantage.
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Public speaking and teaching skills are preferred.
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Mature Christian faith and high levels of personal and professional integrity.
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Strong teamwork, interpersonal and ethical decision-making skills.
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Innovative problem-solving and ability to handle complex legal challenges.
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Persistence, tenacity and ability to work under pressure.
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Commitment to deadlines, results and service to colleagues, partners and beneficiaries.
Work Location: Wakiso, with operations primarily in the Buganda sub-region and occasional travel to Kampala and other districts where Redeem operates.
Reports To: Wakiso Team Lead.
Application Procedure: Interested applicants should click the application link provided in the original advert to complete the application form.
Application Deadline: 20th November 2026.
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