Dean, School of Law

• Provide visionary leadership for developing and implementing the School's strategic plans; lead curriculum design, review and innovation for legal practice
• Ensure compliance with NCHE quality assurance frameworks and Law Council accreditation standards, coordinating programme reviews and re-accreditation
• Promote a vibrant research culture, facilitate publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals and mobilise research grants and funding
• Provide academic leadership and guidance to students, supporting retention, moot court programmes, legal clinics and ethical conduct
• Manage and supervise School personnel, participating in recruitment, appraisal, mentoring and staff development
• Prepare and manage the School's annual budget and mobilise resources through partnerships, grants, consultancies and fundraising
• Establish collaborations with law firms, courts, government agencies, NGOs and international bodies; promote student internships and externships
• Promote legal aid and community legal education programmes, strengthening access to justice initiatives
• Serve on the University Senate and committees, chair the School Board and prepare periodic reports for University Management and Senate

Qualifications & Experience:

• Earned PhD in Law (LLD / PhD Law) from a recognised institution
• Master's Degree in Law (LLM) and Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from recognised institutions
• Postgraduate training in Legal Practice is an added advantage
• Membership of a recognised professional legal body and eligibility for recognition by Uganda's legal education regulatory authorities
• Significant scholarly publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals and proven capacity to attract research funding
• At least 5 years of progressive academic leadership and management experience, including at Head of Department or Dean level

Skills & Competencies:

• Demonstrated knowledge of higher education governance, legal education regulation, curriculum development and quality assurance
• Evidence of postgraduate research supervision
• High integrity and ethical standards
• Excellent communication and networking skills
• Commitment to Christian values and Bugema University's mission; subscription to the University's norms and core values is a must