Legal Assistant at KCA University (KCAU)

JOB OBJECTIVE

The job holder will be responsible for assisting the Legal Counsel to discharge the mandate of the legal department at the University.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drafting, review of contracts, MoUs, leases and other University Agreements.
• Research and preparation of legal opinions and legal reports on various legal issues as may be required.
• Preparation of draft policy papers and instruments which have legal implications for consideration by relevant authorities and organs of the University.
• Preparation of Quarterly Legal Brief on relevant topics for Legal Newsletter.
• Assisting the Head of Legal Services with management of litigation matters as may be directed.
• Support and promote compliance to the Universities Act, 2012, Commission for University Education Guidelines and other relevant statutes and regulations.
• Maintain an efficient record management system for the department including updating of various registers, filing and digital archiving.
• Timely preparation of correspondence as provided in Legal Department Charter.
• Attending meetings and providing secretariat services as may be directed from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• The candidate must be a current member of staff of KCA University.
• Must have a Bachelor of Law Degree from a recognized institution;
• Post Graduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law;
• 3 years’ experience in a similar position;
• An Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid Practicing Certificate;
• A registered member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing.

OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Communication Skills.
• Problem Solving Skills.
• Critical Thinking.
• Attention to Details.
• Team Player.