Legal Officer at New Kenya Planters Co-operative Union Plc

VACANCY No. NKPCU/1/2026
Grade: Legal Officer NK.8 – (1) Posts
Terms of Service: Three (3) months Temporary contract, Nonrenewable.
Salary: Ksh. 47,714.00 per month

 REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• Bachelor of Law Degree (LLB) from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
• Advocate of the high court of Kenya;
• Member of the Law Society of Kenya;
• Valid practicing certificate from a relevant professional body whereapplicable; and
• Proficiency in computer applications.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

• Implementing guidelines and policies on representation of the Union in legal matters;
• Handling legal disputes, including managing litigation, alternativedispute resolution processes, and settlements;
• Conducting legal research and analysis to support decision-makingprocesses and provide recommendations on legal and regulatory issues;
• Managing legal risks and implementing effective legal compliance.programs;
• Drafting a wide range of legal agreements, contracts, and legal documents, ensuring their accuracy, legality, and compliance with therelevant laws, internal policies and procedures;
• Implementing training and awareness programs to the Commission to ensure compliance with the law; and