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The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) is a 100% state-owned corporation incorporated on 2nd December, 2008 under the Company’s Act, Cap 486 as a State Corporation pursuant to the Sessional Paper No. 4 of 2004 on Energy.
The Commercial, Compliance and Secretariat Services Unit – Legal Manager will be reporting to the Company Secretary/Senior Manager, Legal Services.
Legal Manager Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the Company Secretary/Senior Manager, Legal Services at the Board Secretariat;
- Provide Secretariat Services to the Management Committee and the Managing Director’s staff meetings;
- Monitor compliance with legal and regulatory framework;
- Review and provide legal advice on tender documents before publication;
- Review and advise Management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
- Drafting and/or advising on securities, bonds, and guarantees made in favour of or by the Company;
- Reviewing legislation pertaining to the Company’s affairs and where necessary, make appropriate recommendations for amendments;
- Providing legal interpretation and opinions sought by the Company’s other Divisions/Departments;
- Assisting the Company in adopting and propagating appropriate and effective legal strategies ensuring that these are communicated and implemented in a manner that supports corporate objectives;
- Maintaining an awareness of the requirements of any relevant legislation to ensure that the Company complies with all legal, regulatory and statutory requirements;
- Keeping the Company’s staff aware and abreast of Legislation that is relevant to them in the performance of their duties;
- Participating in design and implementation of local agreements, international documents, contracts, etc.
- Preparing and/or advising on contractual documents and other arrangements entered into by the Company;
- Advising disciplinary committees on legal requirements;
- Assisting the Company in safeguarding its best interests in contractual matters;
- Coordinating the Company Secretary/Legal Services Division’s ISO compliance;
- Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Requirements for the Legal Manager Job
- Have a Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognised University/Institution;
- Have a Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
- A Master’s degree in Law from a recognised University/institution, will be an added advantage;
- Be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
- Have a current practicing certificate;
- Be a member of the Institute of Certified Secretaries of Kenya;
- Have a certificate in either Corporate Governance or Strategic Leadership Development; Programme lasting not less than three (3) weeks from a recognized institution;
- Have a certificate in computer application skills;
- Have at least seven (7) years relevant experience ideally in a leading organisation, proven track record in contract negotiation and drafting;
- Have proven track record of providing accurate and effective legal counsel;
- Have proven track record of adding value to an organisation through the development of comprehensive contract documents that mitigate risk and penalties.
Required Additional Skills
- Strong leadership and Managerial skills;
- Good relationship management and communication skills necessary for interaction with stakeholders and negotiating parties;
- Demonstrate knowledge of, and experience in, laws dealing with commercial contract administration, particularly contract negotiation, preparation and administration;
- Ability to provide independent advice to senior level management on highly technical matters;
- Good planning and organizational skills
Terms of Service and Remuneration
The appointment for position will be permanent and pensionable.
The successful candidate for the positions will be offered competitive remuneration package in accordance with the Company guidelines.
Candidates interested in the above positions are expected to fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.
Specifically, they must obtain and submit with their application copies of clearance certificates from the following organizations:-
Kenya Revenue Authority;
Higher Education Loans Board;
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct);
A report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
Candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications so as to reach the address shown below (clearly stating the reference in the letter and on the envelope) by close of business on 28th March, 2017 at 4.30pm.
Applications to include CVs with details of day time contacts, current and expected salary, notice period required to take up appointment, names and contacts of three referees.
Applicants must also attach copies of all Certificates/Testimonials, and copy of National ID/Passport.
The Managing Director, Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited, KAWI COMPLEX, 4thFloor,Popo Lane, South C, off Red Cross Road, P.O. Box 34942 –00100, NAIROBI.
KETRACO is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and gender equality.
Applications without the relevant qualifications, copies of documents/details as sought for will not be considered. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
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