vacant that has arisen within the Zimbabwe Gender Commission. Applicants should submit an application letter accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of academic and professional certificates:
JOB TITLE: LEGAL OFFICER
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill in a REPORTS TO: LEGAL MANAGER
LOCATION: MUTARE
JOB PURPOSE:
To provide legal services to the Commission.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Providing legal advice to the Commission and clients.
- Provide legal secretarial services through drafting notices and Commission meeting board packs, and by preparing gazettes and other official legal publications.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, leases, policies and other legal documents.
- Advise on the interpretation and application of legislation, regulations and Constitutional provisions.
- Conduct legal research and provide opinions on gender related issues.
- Identify legal gaps relating to gender in our legislation and policies for law reform and development.
- Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings during litigation.
- Manage legal and court processes by monitoring court proceedings, tracking key developments, and ensuring timely escalation and proper documentation of legal matters.
- Implement legal awareness programmes.
- Monitor compliance with Gender equality Regional and International Best Practices.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
- LLB Hons (Bachelor of laws) or any equivalent qualification
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience
CRITICAL OR TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Communication Skills
- Report Writing skills
- Integrity and Ethical Conduct
- Interpersonal skills
- Basic Computer skills
Applications from prospective candidates should be submitted not later than 30 September 2026. Applications should clearly indicate the post being applied for and should be sent to:
The Chief Executive Officer
Zimbabwe Gender Commission
Gender Equality House
38 Samora Machel Avenue
Harare
Or email to: hr@zgc.co.zw