Legal Officer

Job Purpose

The Legal Officer is responsible for the provision of legal, compliance and governance advisory and Board secretariat services.

Job Requirements

1. Bachelor of Laws degree;
2. Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law;
3. Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
4. Current Practicing Certificate from the High Court of Kenya;
5. Membership to the Law Society of Kenya in good standing;
6. Proficiency in computer applications; and.
7. Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

Job Specifications

1. Supporting the reviewing of legislation and assisting in legal drafting;
2. Assisting in the negotiation of contracts, leases, formal agreements and other legal instruments;
3. Supporting the arbitration and settlement of disputes;
4. Monitoring progress and recording information on pending and completed prosecutions and any enforcement actions;
5. Carrying out field investigations to collect evidence and determine the extent of violations of the Retirement Benefits Act;
6. Compiling data and information to support the amendment of retirement benefits legislation and statutory instruments;
7. Assisting in the filing and prosecution of criminal cases when the violations warrant more severe action;
8. Maintaining a record of all cases handled by external lawyers on behalf of the Authority;
9. Assisting in the issue of briefs to external lawyers as approved; and
10. Compiling reports of cases handled by external lawyers.

Key Competencies and Skills

1. Proficiency in writing, communication and reporting skills
2. Interpersonal skills; and
3. Team player.