Chief Legal Officer at Machakos University

Ref. MksU/CLO/01/25 (1 Post) (Permanent)
Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Must be A holder of LLM degree from a recognized university or equivalent institution. Registered with the Kenya School of Law (KSL).
• An Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing license.
• Commissioner of Oaths and Notary Public.
• Twelve (12) years' work experience three (3) of which as Deputy Chief Legal Officer Grade 13.
• Computer Literate.

 OR

• Served as a Deputy Chief Legal Officer Grade 13 for three (3) years or equivalent.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise staff under the section.
• Handle and advise on all legal matters for the University
• Assist contracted University lawyers in all court proceedings involving the University which include:
• Preparation of documents to be used as evidence in court
• Holding of pre-trial briefings of witnesses and or University representatives,
• Gathering of evidence, facts and exchange of the same with University lawyers,
• Attending of court and briefing the University authorities on the development of cases,
• Ensuring that witnesses attend court when called to do so.
• Preparation of agreements and/or contracts for approval by relevant parties.
• Perusal and advising the University on fees payable to contracted University lawyers as per the advocates' remuneration order.
• Ensuring that the University adheres to the laid down procedures and regulations in employee matters, disciplinary measures and any other matter which has legal implications.
• Attend and counsel on staff and students disciplinary cases.
• Guide and assist in the review and interpretation of University Statutes.
• Any other relevant duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.