Job Vacancies at Africa Social Security Association (ASSA) July 2026, The Africa Social Security Association(ASSA), headquartered in Arusha, Tanzania – is a continental, membershipbased body established by social security institutions in Africa with a mandate to foster collaboration, cooperation in promoting the development of social security and support the growth of social protection systems in the continent.
ASSA is seeking a motivated volunteer Legal Officer to join its Secretariat, reporting to the Secretary General.
Arusha-based candidates are preferred.
 POSITION: LEGAL OFFICER
Key Responsibilities
Provide legal research and advisory support on matters relating to ASSA’s governance instruments, statutes, and by-laws
Draft, review, and manage contracts, memoranda of understanding, and agreements with member institutions and partners
Support the Secretary General’s office in preparing legal documentation for Governing Council and General Assembly meetings
Monitor compliance with host country legal and regulatory requirements applicable to the Secretariat
Assist in reviewing correspondence, policies, and procedures to ensure legal soundness and consistency
Maintain the Secretariat’s legal and institutional records, including a register of agreements and resolutions
Liaise with member institutions and extemal legal counsel as required
Minimum Qualifications
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 required
Arusha-based candidates are preferred
High level of integrity, discretion, and attention to detail
How to Apply
Send a cover letter, CV, and academic/professional certificates to secretariat@assa-africa.org, subject line
“Application – Legal Officer,” by 15 July 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ASSA Is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates across its member countrles.
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