Assistant Legal Officer – Grade 10 at Maseno University

OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR – LEGAL AFFAIRS

Assistant Legal Officer – Grade 10 One (1) Position MSU/ADM/LD/01/22

Requirements for appointment

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution with a postgraduate Diploma in
2. Law from Kenya School of Law.
3. At least three (3) years post admission relevant work experience in a reputable organization;
4. Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
5. Registered member of Law Society of Kenya and in good professional standing order;
6. Current Law Practicing Certificate.
7. Demonstrate litigation skills, research skills, legal administrative skills and report drafting and writing skills.
8. Proficiency in relevant computer applications.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Provide professional legal advice on all legal matters impacting the University;
2. Represent University and attend Court in all litigation matters, conveyance matters and all legal issues involving the University;
3. Support in development/review of all legal instruments entered into by the University to ensure that the University interest are protected;
4. Support in development application review and interpretation of the University regulations, policies and procedures;
5. Ensure compliance with laws, rules and regulations including circulars applicable to the University and University policies and regulations;
6. Advising University Council, Management and Senate on Current legal Development relevant to the University;
7. Draft, prepare and ensure appropriate execution of all contracts, memorandum of understanding, lease and any other legal documents;
8. Maintain records of court cases involving the University by organizing files and monitoring attendance dates;
9. Prepare status update reports on all litigation matters and other matters handled by the office;
10. Enhance trial proceedings by organizing evidences, prepare exhibits and scheduling witnesses;
11. Draft, prepare and ensure appropriate execution of contracts, memorandum of understanding, lease and any other legal documents;
12. Ensure safe custody of legal instruments of the University including legal documents;
13. Prepare, vet and negotiate official legal documents to protect interest of the University
14. Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.