Legal Officer II - Asset Recovery at Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission

JOB GRADE – EACC “8”

REF: EACC/LS/LOIICLARLS/4

Reporting to the Deputy Director, Civil Litigation, Asset Recovery & Legal Support through the Assistant Director

Job Responsibilities;

• Carry out research, share relevant information and monitor the Commission’s compliance with International and National regulatory framework and commitments.
• Study and analyse policy framework of other relevant Institutions in Kenya and other jurisdictions and sharing the relevant information appropriately.
• Review legislations and making recommendation for amendment
• Draw contracts, memoranda of understanding and partnership agreements between the Commission and third party stakeholders
• Provide legal advice/opinions to the Commission as required
• Draft policy documents, guidelines and regulations
• Spearhead collaboration with regional and international anti-corruption bodies
• Organise and facilitate workshops and trainings for various professional societies for the dissemination of anti-corruption and pro-integrity awareness
• Prepare and process Mutual Legal Assistance request
• Prepare monthly reports on current status
• Hold brief in Civil matters
• Providing actual legal representation in cases where the Commission is sued
• Instituting civil proceedings for compensation or recovery of public assets acquired through corrupt activities.

Requirements

• For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
• Minimum of five (5) years’ post-admission experience
• Bachelor of Laws from a recognised institution;
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with current practicing certificate unless exempted;
• Certificate in computer application skills;
• Demonstrated integrity and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.

Important Notice:

In addition to the qualifications set above applicants must further obtain clearances from the following:

• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Criminal Investigation Department (CID)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Registration and good standing in relevant Professional Bodies