Legal Officer at Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission

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

Responsibilities

• Carrying out research, sharing relevant information and monitoring the Commission’s compliance with International and National regulatory framework and commitments;
• Studying and analysing policy framework of other relevant Institutions in Kenya and other jurisdictions and sharing the relevant information appropriately;
• Reviewing legislations and making recommendation for amendment;
• Drawing contracts, memoranda of understanding and partnership agreements between the Commission and third party stakeholders;
• Providing legal advice/opinions to the Commission as required;
• Drafting policy documents, guidelines and regulations;
• Spearheading collaboration with regional and international anti-corruption bodies;
• Organizing and facilitating workshops and trainings for various professional societies for the dissemination of anti-corruption and pro-integrity awareness;
• Preparing and processing Mutual Legal Assistance request;
• Preparing monthly reports on current status;
• Holding 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum working experience of 5 years;
• Bachelor’s degree in Law or its equivalent qualification from a recognized 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)
• Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
• Registration and good standing in relevant Professional Bodies