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Vacancy title:
Deputy Director, Legal Services
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Public Administration, and Government, Category: Legal, Management, Civil & Government]
Jobs at:
National Drought Management Authority
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, May 11 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, May 2 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background
The National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) is a state corporation established under the Ministry of Devolution and ASALs. Its mandate is to establish and operationalize mechanisms for drought risk management and to coordinate the implementation of drought risk mitigation measures in the country.
Responsibilities
The Deputy Director, Legal Services will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight in the provision of legal services to the Authority. This includes advising the Board and Management on legal matters, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, and managing legal risks.
Qualifications and Requirements
The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university, a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Kenya School of Law, and be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. A Master's degree in Law or a related field will be an added advantage. The candidate must have at least 8 years of relevant legal experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a senior management position. Strong knowledge of public law, administrative law, and corporate governance is essential. Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills are also required.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: postgraduate degree
Job application procedure
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications through the Kazikazi Agency portal. Please ensure all required documents are attached.
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