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Kibabii University is a public university in Kenya located in Bungoma County along Bungoma-Chwele highway.
KIBU/ADM/35/2023
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
- Master’s degree in Law (LLM) from a recognized institution:
- Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution;
- Served in the grade of Senior Legal Officer II Grade AD 12 or in a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
- A valid Practicing Certificate from Law Society of Kenya;
- Been an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
- Diploma in Law from kenya School of Law:
- Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks will be an added advantage;
- Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution;
- Registered with relevant professional body; and
- Demonstrated outstanding professional competence in legal work as reflected in work performance and results.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Representing the University in litigation and advising on case strategy;
- Managing contractual relations;
- Providing advice on all contracts and agreements; f
- Overseeing implementation of legal strategies;
- Liaising with the various Faculties /Departments to mitigate legal risks;
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies;
- Preparing work plans and budgets for the legal Services;
- Managing external lawyers with regard to litigation;
- Maintaining legal database;
- Writing legal opinions and case summaries;
- Aligning internal policies with relevant legislation;
- Preparing legal reports;
- Liaising with external lawyers with regard to litigation;
- Preparing work plans and budgets for the legal Services; and
- Performing any other duties assigned by the Head of Department.
The applicants MUST:
- Be employees of Kibabii University on Permanent and Pensionable Terms for Administrative staff;
- Be employees of Kibabii University either on Permanent & Pensionable terms or Contract Terms for Academic Staff;
- Have served in their current grade for a minimum period of three (3) years; and
- Apply for only one (1) grade above their current grade.
ONLY Kibabii University staff on permanent and pensionable terms and contract terms are required to apply for advertised positions. Each application shall be accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, national identity card or passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
A letter of recommendation from the Chairperson/Head of Department on the applicant’s professional experience and character in general should be sent to the address below.
All applicants should be clearly marked with the referenced number of the advertised position and submitted as follows:-
- Three (3) Hard Copies; and
- Electronic scanned copies in PDF format (as one running document) to be sent to the following e-mail recruitment@kibu.ac.ke
Applications must be submitted on or before Friday 25th August, 2023 and be addressed to:
The Vice Chancellor, Kibabii University,
P.O. Box 1699 - 50200,
Bungoma
OR
Dropped at:-
Kibabii University — Main Campus
Administration Registry, Third Floor Room ADA 307
Please Note:
- Kibabii University is an equal opportunity employer. Women, marginalized and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply.
- The University does not charge any fee for the whole recruitment and selection exercise.
- Any form of canvasing will lead to automatic disqualification of the applicant.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted