Assistant Director - Evidence Analysis at Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission

REF: EACC/LS/ADEA/2

Reporting to the Director, Legal Services through the Deputy Director, Evidence Analysis

Job Responsibilities

• Carry out research, share relevant information and monitor the commission’s compliance with international and national regulatory frameworks and commitments
• Study and analyse policy frameworks of other relevant institutions in Kenya and other jurisdictions and sharing the relevant information appropriately
• Develop concept papers, speeches, reports, presentations, briefs, legal opinions and other documentation to inform processes and decision making
• Provide advice on legal, governance, administrative, policy and other frameworks
• Evaluate evidence submitted for determination of its sufficiency and recommending appropriate action to the Director of Public Prosecutions.
• Draft contracts, memorandums of understanding and partnerships
• Hold/ watch brief in the prosecution of criminal matters touching on anti- corruption and economic crime cases.
• Conduct investigations on corruption and economic crimes to support the fight against corruption and economic
• Participate in the preparation of budgets for the Department

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Minimum relevant experience of twelve (12) years’ relevant post-admission experience, three (3) of which should be in a senior position from a reputable organisation;
• Bachelor’s degree in Law or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Law, International Relations, Education, Communication, Public Administration, Programme Management, Criminology, Ethics and Leadership, Governance, Business Administration or its equivalent qualification;
• Diploma in Law from the Council of Legal Education or its equivalent qualification from a recognised institution;
• Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognised institution;
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Current member of LSK;
• Computer literacy;
• Knowledge of relevant legislation;
• Excellent knowledge in Constitutional law, judicial review, anti-corruption legislation and restitution;
• Knowledge of ethics, leadership and integrity.

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