Deputy Official Receiver at Africa Management Solutions Limited (AMSOL)

ADVERT NO. 09/2020

JOB GRADE BRS 3

An officer at this level will be responsible to the Official Receiver.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Deputy Official Receiver’s duties and responsibilities will entail: ensuring efficient and effective administration of the Insolvency Act and any incidental Acts; issuing and renewing insolvency practitioners licenses; maintaining records in the registry; undertaking investigation and prosecutions; preparing reports; undertaking law review and research relating to insolvency matters; attending consultative meetings with stakeholders; creating linkages with professional bodies on matters of development of the legal framework for insolvency matters; handling client complaints; participating in preliminary examination of debtor; advertising the bankruptcy and the winding up order; tracing assets of the debtor and companies in liquidation, ensuring assets are preserved, valued and insured; ensuring that statements of affairs for both companies and debtors are filed; distributing assets to creditors; attending court; and making necessary applications.

Requirements for Appointment

A person shall qualify for appointment of the Deputy Official Receiver if that person:

1. Is a Citizen of Kenya;
2. Has seven (7) years post admission experience;
3. Has served in the grade of Senior Assistant Official receiver or in a comparable managerial position for a minimum period of three (3) years with proven experience;
4. Holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized institution;
5. A master’s degree from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
6. Is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
7. Must be a member ,in good standing, of the Law society of Kenya (LSK)
8. Demonstrates computer literacy;
9. Demonstrates professional competence;
10. Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.