The Tanganyika Law Society (TLS) is a bar association of Tanzania mainland, founded in 1954, by the Act of parliament – the Tanganyika Law Society Ordinance, chapter 344 of the Laws. In an effort to improve its Secretariat team, TLS intends to fill the position of Program Officer – Members Services

Overview

Reporting to the Programmes Manager, the position supports TLS to strengthen and enhance the competence and professionalism of its members through the provision of excellent continuing professional development seminars, safeguarding ethical practice and the provision of effective and timely communication with its members, stakeholders and the public on legal information/developments. The Position will head the Member Service Programme.

Minimum Qualification and Competency

·         Bachelor Degree in Law

·         Have attended Law School of Tanzania

·         Five years work experience with at least two years in mid-level management position will be an added advantage;

·         High level of understanding of the legal profession in Tanzania and functions of the Law Society

·         Experience in working with membership organizations with more than 3000 members

·         Customer service skills and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with members and external stakeholders

Key responsibilities

·         Responsible for oversight of the CLE/CPD program

·         Responsible for developing and managing TLS member service programs

·         Develop strong institutional linkage the regional and International Bar Associations, judiciary and other stakeholders

·         Develop and Manage program to enhance TLS members welfare and profession’s ethical compliance

Salary and Benefits

Successful candidates will  receive attractive packages based on TLS salary scale commensurate with her/his qualification and experience, inclusive of fringe benefits