Assistant Director, Legal (ADL) at National Irrigation Authority (NIA)

Job Purpose

• Provide Legal advisory services and ensure Statutory and Regulatory compliance.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Represent the Authority in litigation and develop legal strategies.
• Draft, vet, and review contracts, MOUs, leases, and agreements.
• Handle legal matters related to land assets, resettlement, and intellectual property.
• Identify legal risks and implement mitigation measures.
• Ensure compliance with the Irrigation Act, 2019 and other applicable laws.

Person Specifications:

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Kenya School of Law Diploma.
• Admitted Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid Practising License.
• Certified Public Secretary (K).
• Member of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK).
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience, and served at the level of a Principal Legal Officer in NIA
• Grade 5 for at least 3 years or in a comparable position in the Public Service.
• Senior Management Course (minimum 4 weeks).
• Core Competencies: Dispute resolution, legal drafting, integrity, and organisational skills