Deputy Commissioner - Conveyancing and Legal Research at PKF firms

The job holder is responsible for overseeing the functions and operations of the Conveyancing and Legal Research Division, providing and guiding all legal advice on matters affecting the Authority, preparation of legal documents, vetting of fiscal budget proposals, provision of conveyance and legal research services.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Guide formulation and oversee implementation of strategies for the Conveyancing and Legal Research Division.
• Lead and Manage the Conveyancing and Legal Research function.
• Oversee the preparation of the Division’s work plan and budgets.
• Review and advise management on legal implications of internal policies and procedures referred for advise.
• Monitor compliance with agreed systems and procedures to enhance efficient and effective prevention and execution of business risks.
• Interpret relevant legislation and advise Management and relevant Departments on changes in Law.
• Provide guidance in research and review of legislation that impact on KRA and recommend any necessary amendments.
• Lead in the execution of risk management policy and strategies that ensure the Division has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls and business continuity. 
• Provide leadership to ensure continuous improvement of business processes and controls in the division and develop mechanisms for corporate consultations, increase public participation and involvement in Authority’s policies and programs.
• Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good citizenship within the division.
• Oversee implementation of principles of Corporate Governance, relevant national policies, guidelines, and directives within the Division.
• Oversee implementation of a robust performance management system within the division through providing oversight of the delivery of the annual performance contract.
• Provide leadership in the Division through supervision, coaching, mentoring, training and development of the divisional staff to ensure an effective and motivated team.
• Collaborate and manage stakeholder engagements.
• Make legislative proposals on amendments of fiscal laws.
• Guide the preparation of Memoranda of Understanding, bilateral and multilateral legal instruments with tax implications.
• Promote career and continuous professional development of staff in the Division.

Person specifications:

For appointment to this job, the candidate must have:

• Bachelors of Laws degree (L.L.B) from an accredited and recognized Institution.
• Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines. Law, Business Administration, Public Administration or relevant equivalent qualifications from an accredited and recognized Institution will be an added advantage
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law (Advocates training programmes) from the Kenya School of Law.
• Certified Public Secretary (K) or its equivalent qualification from an accredited and recognized Institution.
• Admission as an advocate of the High Court.
• Membership to the Law Society of Kenya (LSK). 
• Current advocate Practicing License.
• Minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, at least five (5) of which should be in senior and/or middle management levels.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution 2010.