Legal Officer at Africa Social Security Association (ASSA)

Vacancy announcement
Africa Social Security Association (ASSA) is inviting applications for a Volunteer Legal Officer position within its Legal Department. The position is based in Arusha, Tanzania, and the successful candidate will join the ASSA Secretariat, reporting to the Secretary General.

Organization overview

The Africa Social Security Association (ASSA) is a continental, membership-based body headquartered in Arusha, Tanzania. It was established by social security institutions in Africa to foster collaboration and cooperation in promoting the development of social security and supporting the growth of social protection systems across the continent.

Position details

Position title: Legal Officer
Department: Legal Department
Position type: Volunteer position
Duty station: Arusha, Tanzania
Contract type: Full-time
Closing date: 15 July 2026
Reporting to: Secretary General
Arusha-based candidates are preferred.

Key responsibilities

The Legal Officer will be responsible for providing legal, administrative, and advisory support to the ASSA Secretariat. Key duties include:

• Providing legal research and advisory support on matters relating to ASSA’s governance instruments, statutes, and by-laws.
• Drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts, memoranda of understanding, and agreements with member institutions and partners.
• Supporting the Secretary General’s office in preparing legal documentation for Governing Council and General Assembly meetings.
• Monitoring compliance with host country legal and regulatory requirements applicable to the Secretariat.
• Assisting in reviewing correspondence, policies, and procedures to ensure legal soundness and consistency.
• Maintaining the Secretariat’s legal and institutional records, including a register of agreements and resolutions.
• Liaising with member institutions and external legal counsel as required.

Minimum qualifications

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognised university.
• Admission to the Bar in a jurisdiction recognised by ASSA is required.
• 0–2 years of post-qualification experience.
• Fresh graduates with strong academic records are encouraged to apply.
• Working knowledge of institutional, contract, or corporate law.
• Exposure to social security or labour law is an added advantage.
• Excellent legal drafting, research, and analytical skills.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Arusha-based candidates are preferred.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and attention to detail.