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Job Title
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, LEGAL (LEGAL SERVICES DIVISION)
Job Description

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.
Grade
KIP 4
No Sought
1
Advert Ref
HR/7/ADL/2025/21
Recruiment
APRIL 2026 RECRUITMENT