County Government of Vihiga Principal Legal Officer Technologist Jobs

County Government of Vihiga Principal Legal Officer Technologist Jobs


Vihiga County Public Service Board is a Body corporate established under section 57 of the County Government Act 2012 pursuant to Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Section 59 of the County Government Act 2012 outlines the functions of the Board.

Pursuant to Constitution and Legal provisions Vihiga County Public Service Board invites applications from qualified persons for the
following position:

Principal Legal Officer

Terms of Service:

  • 3 years Contract

    Salary:

  • As per the Salaries and Remuneration Commission

    Roles & Responsibilities

  • Shall assist in drafting and publication of legislative proposals for the County Government and its agencies on legislative and other legal matters.
  • Shall assist in negotiating, grafting, vetting and interpreting local and international treaties for and on behalf of the County Government and its agencies.
  • Shall assist in representing the County Government in court in all legal proceedings arising from County legislation or any other legislation to which the County Government is party of or has interest, other than criminal proceedings.
  • Shall assist in handling public interest in litigation and represent any member of the public in matters that the Governor or theDirector Legal Services deemsto be public interest.
  • Shall assist in conjunction with the Director of Public Prosecutions; prosecute offences resulting from the County legislations in any court (other than court martials).
  • Shall assist in advising the County Government on all matters relating to the Constitution,
    National legislation, county legislations, international law, human rights, consumer protection and legal aid.
  • Any other functions as delegated by the
    Assistant Director Legal Services.

    Requirements for Appointment

  • Be a Kenyan citizen;
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law degree or its equivalent and related qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Postgraduate diploma from Kenya School of Law;
  • Have a valid practicing license.
  • At least three years of relevant professional experience and;
  • Satisfy requirement of chapter 6 requirements of the constitution of Kenya.

    How to Apply

  • Interested applicants should download the respective job application forms from the county’s
    official website
  • Fill and submit one hard copy for the best vacancy of interest in a sealed envelope to the office of the Secretary/CEO of the County Public Service Board.Remember to indicate the position
    applied on top of the envelope and drop it in the Governor’s Building,Ground Floor Room 03.
    Deadline for the applications is 31st January,2019 by 5.00pm.

    The Secretary/ceo,
    County Public Service Board,
    P.o. Box 880-50300,
    Maragoli.

  • County Government of Vihiga is an equal opportunity employer. Canvassing,giving or
    accepting bribes will lead to automatic disqualification and prosecution. Only shortlisted
    Candidates will be notified.

  • For more information and job application details, see; County Government of Vihiga Principal Legal Officer Technologist Jobs

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