Senior Legal Officer – Legal Services Directorate at Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR)

Ref: KNCHR/ADM/SLO/02/2024

Reports to:    Deputy Director –Legal Services

Location:    Nairobi with occasional travel

Duration:    Permanent and Pensionable

Gross Salary:        Kshs. 141,950

Job purpose:

This position is responsible for implementation of policies, procedures, plans, strategies, standards and guidelines relating to the functions of the Legal Services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Attending Court both on behalf of the Commission where it is sued as a corporate entity and petitioners complaining to the Commission alleging violations of human rights.
• Drafting contracts/agreements for goods and services on behalf of the Commission.
• Preparation and filing of pleadings for and on behalf of the Commission.
• Drafting and reviewing legal instruments and policy documents on behalf of the Commission.
• Undertaking legal research.
• Identifying legal and compliance risks.
• Preparing relevant legal opinions.
• Support the Implementation of performance targets and work plans for the evaluation and monitoring of staff performance.
• Assist in coaching and mentoring staff to provide guidance in career development and growth

Skills, Experience and Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university and a Post graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Valid Practicing certificate
• 3 years relevant experience
• Good research, report writing and presentation skills
• Demonstrable knowledge in national, regional and international human rights principles and standards
• Demonstrable knowledge in advocacy campaigns or monitoring
• Excellent IT skills, with working knowledge for the various packages
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results in the last 3 years
• Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution on leadership and integrity

Other Attributes:

• Ability to work under pressure
• Problem solving skills
• Great attention to detail
• Respect for diversity