JOB VACANCY No.: NaMATA/HR/19/2023
NaMATA JOB GRADE 6
Job Specification
This will be the entry and training grade for degree holders into this cadre. An officer at this level will work under direct supervision of a Senior Officer.
Duties and Responsibilities
Specifically, duties and responsibilities will entail:
- Generating professional legal advisories to the Assistant Director Legal officer for any legal action to be initiated and/or defending the interests of the Authority;
- Preparing legal briefs for the initiation of legal action;
- Preparing and interpreting legal opinions and offering guidance on legal requirements;
- Supervise training of Legal Clerks, interns and other staff when necessary;
- Maintain and ensure proper management of the records of the legal department are up to date and produce quarterly reports on the same;
- Ensuring key issues and needs of Authority are represented in policy fora in international regional and national conferences/meetings/workshops;
- Work collaboratively with other organizations and networks where appropriate, locally, regionally and internationally;
- Prosecute for and represent the Authority in law courts and quasi-judicial tribunals;
- Preparation and filing of pleadings for and on behalf of the Authority;
- Drafting and reviewing of legal instruments and policy documents on behalf of the Authority;
- Advising on negotiations and taking part in commercial transactions;
- Participates in drafting contracts and Memorandum Of Understanding (MoUs);
- Establishing Engaging and liaising with stakeholders on behalf of the Authority;
- Conduct legal research studies and assignments;
- Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities, which may arise from time to time, relevant to the post. Initiating and progressing the enactment of the legislation proposed by the Authority through the Attorney General’s’ Chambers and Ministry of Transport;
- Initiating and progressing the enactment of the legislation proposed by the Authority through the Attorney General’s Chambers and the Ministry;
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
- Bachelor of Law degree from a recognized institution;
- Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
- Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court;
- Hold a valid practicing certificate;
- Member of the Law Society of Kenya;
- Proficiency in computer skills; and
- Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.
Behavioural Competencies / Attributes
- Communication skills
- Strategic and innovative thinking
- Interpersonal skills
- Negotiation skills
Interested and qualified persons are invited to make their applications by submitting their applications for their positions of interest.
The applicants should attach COPIES of the following documents to their applications:
- Cover Letter for the position of interest clearly indicating the Job Vacancy No.:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae;
- National Identity Card;
- Academic and Professional Certificates;
Candidates who meet the requirements stipulated should submit their applications so as to reach the address shown below on Tuesday, 12th September, 2023 at 12:00 noon. Applications should include CVs with details of day time contacts, current and expected salary, notice period required to take up appointment, names and contacts of three (3) referees. Applicants must also attach copies of all Certificates/Testimonials, and copy of National ID / Passport. All applications MUST have the Job Vacancy No., clearly indicated on the envelope.
The Director General,
Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (NaMATA),
P. O. Box 30117 - 00100,
NAIROBI
Or emailed to: recruitment@namata.go.ke or hand delivered and inserted in the Recruitment Box placed on the 6th Floor.
Successful applicants are expected to fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, and MUST obtain and submit VALID clearance certificates from the following organizations upon offer of appointment:
- Individual Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
- Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
- Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Certificate of Good); and
- An Approved Credit Reference Bureau.
NaMATA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and gender equality.
Persons living with disability (PWDs), women and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply.
Applications without the relevant qualifications, copies of documentation / details as sought for will not be considered.
Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification
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