Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 14 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Requirements for Appointment
• Be a citizen of Kenya;
• Be a holder of a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree from a University recognized in Kenya;
• Be a holder of a Postgraduate Diploma in Law from a University recognized in Kenya;
• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya of not less than five (5) years post-admission experience
• Be a member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing;
• Knowledge in records of relevant laws and professional standards.
• Certificate in Computer applications from a recognized institution

Duties and Responsibilities
• The Principal Legal Officer will report to the County Solicitor and his/her
duties and responsibilities will include:
• The Chief Policy Advisor on issues relating to justice, legal and constitutional affairs, law reform, governance, rule of law, and human rights.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of county policies and laws.
• Coordinate stakeholder consultations and engagement on matters of policy and legislation.
• Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on legal documents agreements, contracts, and MoUs for and on behalf of the County Government and its agencies.
• Must be well versed in the drafting of legal documents including legislation, policy, and litigation.
• Ensuring compliance with principles and values of good governance, human rights, transparency, accountability, ethics, and integrity.
• Undertaking research on assigned legal issues and analyzing research data and compiling reports.
• Preparing preliminary legal documents/instruments and preparing legal opinions.
• Undertaking law review and ensuring compliance with county,national, regional, and international instruments.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Each application should be accompanied by some detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and transcripts, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
All applications should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked on the top left side the position applied for so as to reach the undersigned on or before 4th July, 2023 by 5.00 pm.
Applications should be addressed to:
THE SECRETARY
COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
THARAKA NITHI COUNTY
P.O. BOX 10-60406
KATHWANA
Tharaka Nithi County is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality within the organization. Applicants comprising persons with special needs are encouraged to apply.
Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

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