Legal Officer
Job Description
Title: Legal Officer
Company Name: Peoples Oriented Program Implementation (POPI)
Vacancy: --
Age: at most 40 years
Location: Dhaka
Experience:
∎ At least 3 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO
Published: 30 Oct 2024
Education:
∎ LL.B (Hons)/ LL.M from a reputed university
∎ LL.B (Hons)/ LL.M from a reputed university
Requirements:
Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 40 years
∎ At least 3 years of experience in a relevant field
∎ Strong communication skills
∎ Willingness to travel to program areas
∎ Proficiency in MS Office and internet applications
∎ At least 3 years of experience in a relevant field
∎ Strong communication skills
∎ Willingness to travel to program areas
∎ Proficiency in MS Office and internet applications
Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Drafting various agreements and reviewing legal documents, including GD, FIR, complaint petitions, plaints, and written statements; providing legal opinions on criminal and civil matters.
∎ Visiting members and guarantors before filing cases and determining the nature of cases.
∎ Ensuring attendance at court, managing witnesses, and overseeing the legal stages for the complainant.
∎ Coordinating with authorities to execute warrants and address legal concerns like theft, extortion, or false documentation.
∎ Selecting and reviewing the performance of panel lawyers for efficient case management.
∎ Maintaining a legal database for all cases and updating management on pending cases, legal notices, and loan recovery.
∎ Providing legal support across POPI’s various programs, departments, and projects.
∎ Establishing and maintaining networks with court officials, regulatory authorities, law enforcement, and other agencies.
∎ Knowledgeable in land measurement, registration, ownership, and other asset-related legalities.
∎ Appearing in litigation and tribunal hearings on behalf of the organization.
∎ Resolving disputes related to land and employee legal issues.
∎ Performing additional tasks as directed by management.
∎ People's Oriented Program Implementation (POPI) is a national Non-Governmental Development Organization dedicated to building a prudent, hunger- and poverty-free nation where every citizen lives with dignity and equity. Operating across 36 districts in Bangladesh, POPI implements diverse socio-economic development projects and programs.
∎ We are currently seeking skilled and experienced candidates to join our team as a Legal Officer.
∎ Job Summary
∎ The Legal Officer will be responsible for drafting and reviewing legal documents, managing legal proceedings to recover loans from POPI Microfinance Borrowers, and providing legal support on various matters related to POPI. This role requires frequent branch visits to maintain a strong working relationship with microfinance staff, panel lawyers, court personnel, and local administration. The Legal Officer will play a critical role in ensuring compliance and supporting the organization’s legal needs effectively
∎ Major Responsibilities
Skills & Expertise:
Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Probation period BDT 42,580 per month after confirmation 46,770/-. Probation period is 6 moths.
∎ Yearly increment
∎ Two festival bonuses
∎ Gratuity
∎ Contributory provident fund
∎ Mobile allowance
∎ Boishakhi allowance
∎ Other facilities as per organizational policy
∎ Probation period BDT 42,580 per month after confirmation 46,770/-. Probation period is 6 moths.
∎ Yearly increment
∎ Two festival bonuses
∎ Gratuity
∎ Contributory provident fund
∎ Mobile allowance
∎ Boishakhi allowance
∎ Other facilities as per organizational policy
Employment Status: Full Time
Job Location: Dhaka
Read Before Apply:
Equal Opportunity Employer:
At POPI, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, marital status, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, socioeconomic background, caste, or religion
Note that any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview
Apply Procedure:
Hard Copy:
∎ If you believe your qualifications and experience align with our requirements, and you are inspired to contribute to the values and vision of People`s Oriented Program Implementation (POPI), we invite you to apply.
∎ Please clearly indicate the position applied for on the envelope or in the subject line of your email.
∎ Please send your updated CV along with a cover letter addressed to:
∎ Deputy Director, HR & Admin Department
∎ People`s Oriented Program Implementation (POPI)
∎ House # 5/11-A, Block # E, Lalmatia, Dhaka-1207
∎ Or, email to: hr@popibd.org
Company Information:
∎ Peoples Oriented Program Implementation (POPI)
∎ House # 5/11-A, Block# E, Lalmatia, Dhaka-1207.
∎ People’s Oriented Program Implementation (POPI) is a national Non-Governmental Development Organization with a vision to build a prudent nation free from hunger and poverty where every citizen leads a life with dignity and equity. Presently it has development partnership arrangements with government entities and more than 40 diversified development partners, Bank and other financial institutions operating at international, national and regional level. Currently, it has been implementing multi-sectoral socio economic development projects and programs across Bangladesh.
Address::
∎ House # 5/11-A, Block# E, Lalmatia, Dhaka-1207.
∎ People’s Oriented Program Implementation (POPI) is a national Non-Governmental Development Organization with a vision to build a prudent nation free from hunger and poverty where every citizen leads a life with dignity and equity. Presently it has development partnership arrangements with government entities and more than 40 diversified development partners, Bank and other financial institutions operating at international, national and regional level. Currently, it has been implementing multi-sectoral socio economic development projects and programs across Bangladesh.
Application Deadline: 15 Nov 2024
Category: Law/Legal
