Director, Legal Services at Judicial Service Commission

Duties and Responsibilities:
This is the highest grade in the cadre. Duties and responsibilities will entail:

• Managing and coordinating the activities of the Directorate of Legal Services;
• Conducting research on relevant laws and preparing measures to implement policy decisions of the Commission;
• Ensuring that the Commission complies with all applicable laws, regulations and laid down procedures;
• Continuously update the Commission on any changes in the law;
• Reviewing draft policies of the Commission to ensure that they are in compliance with the law;
• Undertaking internal legal compliance audits and ensuring recommendations are disseminated and implemented;
• Representing the Commission on court cases instituted by or against the Commission;
• Preparing litigation documents; pleadings, notices, affidavits and correspondence; 
• Co-ordinating engagement with external Counsel and attending Court;
• Developing and implementing stakeholder engagement strategies to sustain valuable stakeholder relationships;
• Supporting the Commission in the oversight of case management system;
• Providing strategic direction, leadership, mentorship and management of Directorate Staff; 
• Advisory to the Commission and management on legal issues; and 
• Ensure proper utilization of Directorate Finances.

Requirements for Appointment: 
For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have:

• A Master’s degree in Law or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
• A Bachelor’s degree in Law or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• A Postgraduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law;
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya of fifteen (15) years standing;
• Member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing; 
• Attended a Course in Strategic Leadership and Development or its equivalent; and,
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution

Work Experience:

• Minimum fifteen (15) Years relevant work experience in a Legal Environment;
• At least five (5) Years at Senior Management Level;
• Prior experience working on legal matters including but not limited to judicial reforms, legislative drafting, legal research and analysis will be added advantage.