BARAKA BUTOTO MASORA
DODOMA
Summary
A committed legal counsel with a proven and outstanding performance track record at Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority, adept in legal research, analysis and advocacy. Expertise in regulatory legislation interpretation and court representation. Skilled in legal research, drafting and dispute resolution, demonstrating exceptional legal advice and client support when needed in exceptional way.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Officer - Licensing and Enforcement
Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority
01.2017 - Current
- Assisted in interpretation of regulatory legislations including the Petroleum Act to suit regulatory environment and capture of the Petroleum sub sector
- Interpreted the Petroleum Act toward development of news rules and regulations. Currently i have been involved in developing, among others, the Petroleum (Wholesale, Storage, Retail and Consumer Installation Operations) Rules, GN. No. 150 of 2022, the Petroleum (Lubricant Operations) Rules, the Petroleum (Liquefied Petroleum Gas Operations) Rules, the Petroleum (Condensate Operations) Rules, the Petroleum (Waste Oil Recycling Operations) Rules, the Petroleum (Marine Loading and Offloading Operations) Rules, The Petroleum (Natural Gas)(Transmission and Distribution Activities) Rules 2018, GN 176s, The Petroleum (Local Content) Regulations 2017 GN 197, The Petroleum (Compressed Natural Gas)(Supply and Marketing Services)Rules 2019- GN 220, The EWURA Consumer Complaints Settlement Rules 2020 -GN 428
- Representing the Authority (EWURA) in Courts of law and Tribunals on matters filled by or against the Authority. Currently i have managed to represent the Authority in eight cases and won all of them.
- Handling of consumer complaint filled at EWURA pursuant to Part III of the EWURA Act, Cap 414. These complaints involve complaints emanating from Petroleum sub sector, Electricity, Natural Gas and Water Sector.
- Assist in interpretation the Electricity Act, 2008
- Involved in evaluating and processing the applications for licence and construction approval in the petroleum sub sector
- Assist in investigating non compliance in the petroleum sub sector.
- To follow up on implementation of laws, contracts and other legal instruments
- Provide legal opinion
Advocate
D'Souza and Company Advocates
06.2016 - 01.2017
- Delivered friendly service and offered expert support in every interaction with clients.
- Conducted comprehensive client interviews, gathering relevant information to build a strong case foundation.
- provided legal opinion on issues presented by clients
- Managed complex caseloads with diligence, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely resolution of cases.
- Appeared in Court to represent clients.
Education
Masters of Law (LLM) in Corporate And Commercial L - Law
University of Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam11-2018
Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice - Law
Law School of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam03-2016
LLB - Law
Tumaini University Makumira
Arusha11-2013
Skills
- Legal Analysis
- Legal Advice
- Legal Research
- Dispute Resolution
- Legal Drafting
- Advocacy skills
- Contract drafting
- legal writing
- Corporate law
- Document review and analysis
- Legal documentations and reporting
- Idea development and brainstorming
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Legal Officer - Licensing and Enforcement
Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority
01.2017 - Current
Advocate
D'Souza and Company Advocates
06.2016 - 01.2017
Masters of Law (LLM) in Corporate And Commercial L - Law
University of Dar Es Salaam
Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice - Law
Law School of Tanzania
LLB - Law
Tumaini University Makumira
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