Legal Officer

Job Purpose

Responsible for the provision of, legal, compliance and governance advisory and Board secretariat services.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws degree;
• Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
• Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Current Practicing Certificate from the High Court of Kenya;
• Membership to the Law Society of Kenya in good standing;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and.
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution

Job Specifications

• Supporting the reviewing of legislation and assisting in legal drafting;
• Assisting in the negotiation of contracts, leases, formal agreements and other legal instruments;
• Supporting the arbitration and settlement of disputes;
• Monitoring progress and recording information on pending and completed prosecutions and any enforcement actions;
• Carrying out field investigations to collect evidence and determine the extent of violations of the Retirement Benefits Act;
• Compiling data and information to support the amendment of retirement benefits legislation and statutory instruments;
• Assisting in the filing and prosecution of criminal cases when the violations warrant more severe action;
• Maintaining a record of all cases handled by external lawyers on behalf of the Authority;
• Assisting in the issue of briefs to external lawyers as approved; and
• Compiling reports of cases handled by external lawyers.

Personal Specifications

• Proficiency in writing, communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal skills; and
• Team player