Commission on Administrative Justice Jobs in Kenya

Commission on Administrative Justice Legal Officer Jobs in Kenya

Main Responsibilities

• Attending to clients on matters relating to administrative justice and offering legal advice there on;
• Representing the Commission in legal proceedings including amicus briefs;
• Assisting the commission in conducting hearings, inquiries and investigations in matters falling within its mandate;
• Conducting legal research on matters relating to administrative justice and other legal matters;
• Promoting and facilitating resolution of complaints and disputes through mediation and reconciliation;
• Preparing periodic reports on complaints investigated and remedial action taken by the Commission;
• Preparing Legal and Advisory opinions;
• Providing recommendations or remedial alternatives for resolution of disputes.

Competencies

For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:-

• A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized University
• A current and valid practicing certificate
• Ability to undertake research and provide sound legal opinions
• Atleast 4 years’ of post admission experience
• Knowledge and exposure to Alternative Dispute Resolution will be an added advantage

Clearance/Compliance Certificates

Successful candidates will be required to provide copies of clearance or compliance certificates from:

• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission
• Directorate of Criminal Investigations (CID)
• Law Society of Kenya
• A credit reference bureau
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Advocates Complaints Commission

The Closing date is on 6th June 2017 at 4.30pm

The Applications should be addressed to:

The Commission Secretary
Commission on Administrative Justice
2nd Floor, Westend Towers – Waiyaki Way
P.O Box 20414 City Square 00200
Nairobi

For more information and job application details, see; Commission on Administrative Justice Legal Officer Jobs in Kenya

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Commission on Administrative Justice Senior Manager - Legal & Advisory Jobs in Kenya

Managerial Responsibilities

Support in the formulation and implementation of policies and strategies for effective discharge of the functions of the directorate in accordance with the strategic goal of the commission

Develop the directorate work plan, procurement plan and quarterly progress reports to ensure that activities are on track and in accordance with the mandate of the commission

Organize and allocate tasks to staff members in the directorate to ensure optimal utilization of the resources in the department

Manage day to day administration and provide supervisory role to the staff in the directorate

Deputize the Director Legal and advisory services and perform delegated roles as need may arise

Operational Responsibilities:

Handle complaints by clients against public agencies or officers on matters that relate to administrative justice

Represent the commission on legal proceedings before courts and tribunals on matters that relate to administrative conduct of public agencies or officers

Prepare on behalf of the commission sound legal and advisory

opinions on complaints that have been wedged against public agencies and officers

Conduct legal research on cases pending before the commission to come up with an opinion to determine the way forward in the pursuit of justice for the complainants

Draft and review contracts for the commission to ensure that the commission’s risk is limited

Implement mechanisms for formal hearings by the commission to facilitate investigations into matters arising from the administrative conduct of public agencies or officers

Draft court documents on complaints that relate to administrative justice to ensure that the complaints are handled efficiently and that justice is achieved

Draft reports on legal matters: special reports, annual and bi-annual reports for review by the Director to determine the performance of the directorate

Participate in the promotion of public awareness of policies and administrative procedures on matters that relate to administrative justice and outreach activities by the commission

Academic & Professional Qualifications

Preferably an MBA or a Master’s degree in social sciences or any relevant area of discipline

Bachelor’s Degree in LLB

Post graduate diploma in law

Other required knowledge that would be regularly applied to the job

Knowledge and exposure to Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms

An understanding of the constitution, legal policy and institutional framework in the public sector

Knowledge of professional ethics and standards

Knowledge of relevant legislations

Soft skills that would be regularly applied to the job

Leadership skills

Communication and organisational skills

Negotiation and problem solving skills

Teamwork

Experience

At least 8 years of post-admission experience; and service with exposure in a senior position in a reputable organization

Clearance

Successful candidates will be required to provide copies of clearance or compliance certificates from:
• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission
• Directorate of Criminal Investigations (CID)
• Law Society of Kenya
• Clearance from credit reference bureau
• Higher Education Loans Board

The closing date is on 6th June’ 2017 at 4:30 pm.

The applications should be addressed to:

The Commission Secretary
Commission on Administrative Justice
2nd Floor, Westend Towers – Waiyaki Way
P.O Box 20414 City Square 00200
Nairobi

For more information and job application details, see; Commission on Administrative Justice Senior Manager - Legal & Advisory Jobs in Kenya

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