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  • Posted: Apr 23, 2019
    Deadline: May 3, 2019
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    The Commission on Administrative Justice, more commonly known as (Office of the Ombudsman), is a constitutional commission established under Article 59(4) of the Constitution, and the Commission on Administrative Justice Act, 2011. The mandate of the Office of the Ombudsman is two-fold and extends to both national and county governments. Firstly, the Commission has the mandate of tackling maladministration (improper administration) in the public sector. In this regard, the Commission is empowered to, among other things, investigate complaints of delay, abuse of power, unfair treatment, manifest injustice or discourtesy. Secondly, the Commission has the mandate of overseeing and enforcing the implementation of the Access to Information Act, 2016.
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    Legal Officer

    Job Details

    • Attend to clients on matters relating to Commission’s mandate and offering legal advice thereon;
    • Represent the Commission in legal proceedings including amicus briefs;
    • Assist the Commission in conducting hearings, inquiries and investigations in matters falling within its mandate;
    • Conduct legal research on matters relating to administrative justice and other legal matters;
    • Promote and facilitate resolution of complaints and disputes through mediation and reconciliation;
    • Prepare periodic reports on complaints investigated and remedial action taken by the

    Commission;

    • Prepare Legal and Advisory opinions;
    • Provide recommendations or remedial alternatives for resolution of disputes;
    • Any other duty assigned by the Commission.

    Qualifications

    • Have a Bachelor of Laws Degree (LL.B) from a recognized university.
    • A current and valid practicing certificate
    • Post graduate diploma in Law
    • Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate.
    • Ability to undertake research and provide sound legal opinions
    • At least 5 years of post-admission experience
    • Knowledge and exposure to Alternative Dispute Resolution will be an added advantage
    • Have excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.
    • Meet the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

    Clearance/Compliance Certificates

    Successful candidates will be required to provide copies of clearance or compliance certificates from:

    • Kenya Revenue Authority
    • Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission
    • Directorate of Criminal Investigations (CID)
    • A credit reference bureau
    • Higher Education Loans Board

    Method of Application

    Visit our website www.ombudsman.go.ke for detailed job specifications and other requirements. People living with disability are encouraged to apply.

    The closing date is on 3rd May 2019 at 4.30pm.

    The applications should be addressed to:

    THE COMMISSION SECRETARY/CEO
    COMMISSION ON ADMINISTRATIVE JUSTICE
    2ND FLOOR, WEST END TOWERS – WAIYAKI WAY
    P.O. BOX 20414 CITY SQUARE, 00200
    NAIROBI

    The Commission on Administrative Justice is an Equal Opportunity employer.

    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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