Legal Assistant at KCA University (KCAU)

JOB OBJECTIVE

• The job holder will be responsible for assisting the Head of Legal Services 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

• Must have a Bachelor of Law Degree from a recognized institution;
• Post Graduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law;
• 2 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