Senior Legal Officer at Nyeri County

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinating and facilitating research on legal issue to inform the advice provided by the legal department
2. Coordinating and organizing appointments and meetings including meeting rooms.
3. Coordinating and facilitating research on legal issue to inform the advice provided by the legal department.
4. Ensuring implementation and realization of strategic plans and objectives in respect of the legal function.
5. Assisting in implementation and realization of strategic plans and objectives in respect of the legal function
6. Assisting in keeping and managing documentations on approved projects for the County Government to track and monitor progress of the said projects and prepare reports
7. Assisting in complex litigation on behalf of the County Government
8. Diligently executing the functions and exercise the authority provided for in the County Attorney’s Act
9. Supporting the County Attorney in discharge of duties as assigned in respective technical unit
10. Attending court and/or monitoring external counsel case management
11. Maintaining accurate filling and recording system and track file movement for efficient record management and record keeping
12. Generating office reports
13. Supporting the designated county departments and agencies on legal matters
14. Drafting contracts, lease agreements and memorandum of understanding between the county government and its collaborators.
15. Drafting legislative proposals
16. Articulating county attorney’s position in meetings, seminars, negotiations and conventions.
17. Initiating and undertaking research on complex and emerging issues
18. Preparing legal opinions and briefs on behalf of the County government
19. Attending all monthly departmental and county meetings to ensure efficiency of the County functions
20.  Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor of Laws Degree from a recognized Institution in Kenya.
• Kenya School of Law Post Graduate Diploma
• At least 4 Years post admission experience
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Valid Practicing Certificate
• Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution
• Experience in legislative drafting and litigation shall be an added advantage.

Remuneration: As per Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)
Terms of Employment:Three (3) Years Contract