Job Specifications
Duties and responsibilities will entail:
Draw legal opinions and provide guidance on statutory, regulatory, and governance matters to the Board and Management.
Drawing and vetting Contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
Coordinating external Advocates, the Attorney General's office, and regulatory bodies in legal proceedings involving the Institute
Initiating legal action on behalf of the Institute on recovery measures
Undertaking legal research and capacity building for the Institute's staff and external stakeholders
Developing, implementing, and reviewing institutional compliance with the Constitution of Kenya, State Corporations Act, Mwongozo Code, Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, Employment Act, and other relevant legislation.
Maintaining statutory registers and timely filing of Board resolutions and statutory returns.
Drafting, reviewing, and interpreting contracts, MoUs, leases, service agreements, and other legal instruments to safeguard the Institute's interests.
Steering the development and periodic review of governance policies, legal frameworks, and operating procedures.
Advising on dispute resolution strategies, including arbitration and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.
Identifying and mitigating legal and governance risks affecting the institution.
Spearheading the development, implementation, and review of Directorate annual Work Plans and budgets, and Procurement and Assets Disposal plans in line with the Institute's performance targets and strategic plan.
Providing strategic leadership in the execution of risk management policy and strategies that ensure the Directorate has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls, business continuity, and succession management.
Spearheading the implementation of principles of Corporate Governance, relevant national policies, guidelines, and directives within the Directorate.
Fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good citizenship within the Directorate.
Following up on cases filed against the Institute and preparing legal reports and opinions
Organizing Board and Committee activities, including preparation of notices, agendas, minutes, and implementation of board resolutions.
Making timely contract execution, renewals, and dispute clauses for enforceability and compliance
Aligning internal policies with national laws and emerging legal trends.
Representing the Institute in litigation and institutional litigation, liaising with external counsel, and ensuring proper representation
Preparing and submitting legal and governance compliance reports to relevant oversight institutions and the Board
Conducting training and awareness sessions for staff on legal, governance, and regulatory compliance issues.
Developing individual work plans, monitor own performance, and seek requisite support to ensure delivery of agreed targets.
Spearheading the development, implementation and review of Directorate annual Work Plans and budgets and Procurement and Assets Disposal plans in line with the Institute's performance targets and strategic plan
Providing strategic leadership in the execution of risk management policy and strategies that ensure the Directorate has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls, business continuity and succession management.
Steering the implementation of principles of Corporate Governance, relevant national policies, guidelines, and directives within the Directorate.
Fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good citizenship within the Directorate.
Develop individual work plans, monitor performance, and seek requisite support to ensure delivery of agreed targets.
Job Specification
Qualifications
Person specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
Cumulative service period of twelve (12) years, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Principal Legal Officer or in a comparable position;
Bachelor's of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized institution.
Masters Degree in Law or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution.
Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court
Member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing.
Member of the Institute of Certified Secretaries (Kenya) in good standing
Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
Proficiency in computer applications.