Vacancy title:
Legal Clerk II

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Public Administration, and Government, Category: Admin & Office, Legal, Civil & Government]

Jobs at:
National Legal Aid Service

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, August 14 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, August 5 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

The National Legal Aid Service (NLAS) has announced a major recruitment drive inviting qualified and interested Kenyan citizens to apply for seventy-eight (78) vacancies across various professional, administrative, legal, finance, human resource, records management, supply chain, and executive leadership positions.

Established under the Legal Aid Act, Cap. 16A of the Laws of Kenya, the National Legal Aid Service is a State Agency mandated to administer a national legal aid scheme that is affordable, accessible, sustainable, credible, appropriate, accountable, transparent, and efficient. The agency operates under a Board of Directors comprising representatives from both State and non-state actors, while the Secretariat is headed by the Chief Executive Officer.

The Service plays a critical role in expanding access to justice for vulnerable and marginalized persons throughout Kenya. Its key functions include providing legal aid services, promoting legal literacy and awareness, supporting community legal services, funding justice advisory centres, and encouraging the use of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

Responsibilities or duties

The Legal Clerk II will assist with legal documentation, file management, and administrative support within legal departments. The role contributes to effective case management and office operations.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Successful candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya before appointment.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

The National Legal Aid Service is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Women, persons with disabilities, marginalized groups, and all qualified Kenyan citizens are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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Interested applicants who meet the minimum requirements should submit their applications together with:

• A copy of the National Identity Card.
• Certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
• Supporting documents and testimonials.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae with three referees.

Applications must be submitted electronically on or before 14th August 2026 at 5.00 p.m. Applicants should clearly indicate the position applied for together with the relevant reference number in both the mail subject and application letter.

Hard copy applications will not be accepted.

Application letters should be addressed to:

Chief Executive Officer
National Legal Aid Service
P.O. Box 45597-00100
Nairobi

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