MS Office
Allan Muwaya
Legal Professional
Kampala
Summary
An articulate Legal Professional with over 10 years experience in international development & humanitarian work through provision of legal support services to vulnerable communities, advocacy, capacity building, stakeholder engagement with government bodies, international non-government organizations and UN agencies. Possesses excellent communication skills and is adept in project management, content generation, documentation and reporting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Officer/Content Head
Barefootlaw
08.2018 - Current
- Negotiated favorable settlements in multiple litigation cases, minimizing financial exposure for the company.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal advice on various matters.
- Assisted in the development of organisation policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and best practices.
- Reviewed legal publications and performed database searches to identify laws and court decisions relevant to pending cases.
- Created customized training programs for employees on relevant legal topics, fostering a culture of compliance within the organization.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Championed social media integration, enhancing online presence and brand recognition through engaging content.
- Managed editorial calendar to ensure timely publication and promotion of relevant content across multiple channels.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to produce integrated marketing campaigns and materials.
- Contributed thought leadership pieces on behalf of the company, establishing a strong reputation within the industry.
- Spearheaded the development of new content formats, increasing audience reach and diversifying offerings.
- Streamlined the content creation process with project management tools to increase efficiency.
- Analyzed performance metrics to optimize content strategy, resulting in increased engagement and conversions.
- Improved content quality by implementing rigorous editing processes and style guidelines.
- Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions.
- Proofread, edited and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Edited and revised wide array of content for accuracy, clarity and consistency.
- Drove accuracy of content through careful proofreading and fact-checking.
- Suggested improvements to content to enhance quality and accuracy.
- Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas to provide effective edits.
- Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.
- Researched topics to create accurate and engaging content.
- Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums.
- Utilized SEO techniques to optimize content for search engine rankings.
- Kept up with and reviewed changes in laws, informed staff of changes and advised appropriate departments on actions to prevent legal issues.
- Drafted and reviewed a wide range of legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Legal Officer
UGANDA LOCAL GOVERNMENTS ASSOCIATION
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Typed and processed legal documents to prepare for court filings and legal pleadings.
- Drafted and reviewed a wide range of legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Negotiated favorable settlements in multiple litigation cases, minimizing financial exposure for the company.
- Gathered and analyzed research data such as statutes, decisions and legal articles, codes and documents.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal advice on various matters.
- Reduced company liability by implementing effective risk management strategies and policies.
- Provided legal support in the development and execution of strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and other collaborative arrangements.
- Kept up with and reviewed changes in laws, informed staff of changes and advised appropriate departments on actions to prevent legal issues.
- Conducted comprehensive research to support legal proceedings, formulate defenses and initiate legal action.
- Assisted in the development of corporate policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and best practices.
- Managed and supervised document database to maintain litigation records.
- Advised executive leadership on regulatory changes impacting business operations, enabling proactive adjustments to maintain compliance.
- Created customized training programs for employees on relevant legal topics, fostering a culture of compliance within the organization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive solutions for complex legal issues.
- Streamlined contract review process, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced turnaround time.
- Efficiently managed outside counsel relationships, controlling costs while ensuring access to specialized expertise when needed.
- Drafted correspondence and relevant memoranda and accurately transcribed dictation.
- Successfully represented the company in administrative hearings before regulatory agencies, securing favorable outcomes in contested proceedings.
Legal Officer
AFRICA HUMANITARIAN ACTION
06.2014 - 05.2016
- Advocated for refugee rights and represented refugee interests at Court hearings, policy advocacy stakeholder meetings.
- Offered legal support and direction to over 350 refugees and coordinated with court system and other community agencies for legal redress.
- Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources; over 350 survivors of SGBV were supported.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and provided appropriate referrals; over 30 model homesteads constructed and handed over.
- Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines, and recommendations using consent forms and confidentiality agreements signed by staff.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in casework interventions, enhancing overall effectiveness of service delivery.
- Identified gaps in service provision, advocating for additional resources to meet client needs.
- Delivered ongoing support for families navigating the child welfare system, contributing to successful reunifications in multiple cases by referring 70 cases to Red Cross, Office of the Prime Minister Uganda (OPM) and United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring the safety and stability of clients during challenging situations by establishing and referring them to the GBV Shelter Houses.
- Coordinated with legal and healthcare professionals to provide holistic support to clients dealing with Gender-based violence (GBV).
- Ensured adherence to state regulations by maintaining timely documentation and meeting reporting deadlines.
- Developed strong partnerships with local organizations, expanding available resources for refugees by organizing 12 mobile court sessions to improve access to justice for the refugee committee.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
India 04.2001 -
Post-Graduate Diploma - Law
Law Development Centre
Kampala, Uganda 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Uganda Christian University
Mukono, Uganda 04.2001 -
Skills
Contract drafting
Ethics management
Legal writing
Legal documentation and reporting
Problem-solving abilities
Project Management
Conflict Resolution
Reporting and documenting
Customer Relations
Team building
Software
Google Drive
Spreadsheets
Hardware Skills
Social Media and Web Skills
Writing
Graphic Skills
Timeline
Legal Officer/Content Head
Barefootlaw
08.2018 - Current
Legal Officer
UGANDA LOCAL GOVERNMENTS ASSOCIATION
05.2016 - 08.2018
Legal Officer
AFRICA HUMANITARIAN ACTION
06.2014 - 05.2016
MBA - Business Administration
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
04.2001 -
Post-Graduate Diploma - Law
Law Development Centre
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Laws - Law
Uganda Christian University
04.2001 -
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