Judiciary - Supreme Court of Kenya Director - Legal Services Jobs
Judiciary - Supreme Court of Kenya Director - Legal Services Jobs
Requirements A Master’s degree in Law or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution;
A Bachelor’s degree in Law or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
A Post Graduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law;
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
Membership to relevant professional body with Good Standing;
A Course in Strategic Leadership and Development or its equivalent;
Proficiency in Computer Applications; and
Meets the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution
Duties and Responsibilities
Managing and coordinating the activities of the Directorate of Legal Services;
Conducting research on relevant laws and preparing measures to implement policy decisions of the Commission;
Ensuring that the Commission complies with all applicable laws, regulations and laid down procedures;
Continuously update the Commission on any changes in the law;
Reviewing draft policies of the Commission to ensure that they are in compliance with the law;
Undertaking internal legal compliance audits and ensuring recommendations are disseminated and implemented;
Representing the Commission on legal cases instituted by or against the Commission;
Preparing litigation documents; pleadings, notices, affidavits and correspondence;
Liaising with Commission Counsel and attending Court;
Conducting investigations on complaints, disciplinary cases and other matters requiring investigations;
Gathering information and preparing intelligence reports;
Processing of complaints
- petitions received by the Commission;
Maintaining proper and up-to-date data on complaints
filed and processed;
Managing the Complaints Management Information System; and
Developing and implementing stakeholder engagement strategies to sustain valuable stakeholder relationships
Important Information
Work Experience:
For appointment to this position, the applicant must have: -
Minimum fifteen (15) Years relevant work experience in a Legal Environment;
At least five (5) Years at Senior Management Level;
Prior experience working on legal matters including but not limited to judicial reforms, legislative drafting, Investigations and Complaints Management, legal research and analysis shall be added advantage.
Core Job Competencies:
Strategic Leadership & Good Interpersonal Skills;
Excellent Communication skills - Verbal and Written;
Analytical & Negotiation Skills;
Organizational and planning skills;
Confidentiality, High Integrity, attention to details and accuracy;
Rational Decision Making Skills;
Time Management and the ability to prioritize work; and
Research and Data Management Skills
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Judiciary - Supreme Court of Kenya Director - Legal Services Jobs
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