Legal Counsel
About the role
Abdulrahman Al Sumait University (SUMAIT) in Zanzibar seeks a Legal Counsel for its Legal Services unit. The Legal Counsel will advise the University on legal matters, manage contracts and compliance, and represent the University's legal interests. What you will do: Provide legal advice to University management and units on legal and regulatory matters Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, memoranda of understanding, and other legal documents Ensure that University policies and operations comply with applicable laws and regulations Manage litigation and disputes, and liaise with external advocates when necessary Maintain records of legal documents and give guidance on the interpretation of University statutes and policies Location: Zanzibar. How to apply: Submit a detailed and updated CV, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, and the names and contact details (postal address, email, and phone number) of three non relative referees. Verification of foreign academic awards by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) is mandatory. Address applications to the Vice Chancellor, Abdulrahman Al Sumait University (SUMAIT), P.O. Box 1933, Zanzibar. Email: recruitment@sumait.ac.tz Hand delivered applications must reach SUMAIT, Chukwani Street, Zanzibar, not later than 3:30 hrs on 20 October 2026. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Key requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB)
- Relevant professional legal qualification (for example, Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice or admission as an Advocate)
- Relevant work experience in legal practice
- Good drafting, negotiation, and communication skills