KEMRI Principal Legal Officer Jobs in Kenya
KEMRI Principal Legal Officer Jobs in Kenya
Key Responsibilities:Providing legal advice to the Management on specific aspects under the directive of the Deputy Director (Legal Services)
Drawing contracts, agreements and other legal documents for the Institute;
Undertaking research on different information to ensure that the Institute is acting in accordance with all applicable laws;
Preparing Quarterly Legal Reports;
Identifying legal and compliance risks and issues relative to the Institute’s intended actions;
Managing the risk exposure of the Institute by ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements;
Drafting of legal opinions and preparing witnesses for court attendance;
Review pleadings filed in court from time to time;
Attendance of court from time to time to monitor progress of court cases involving the Institute;
Undertaking conveyance for the Institute properties;
Handling of intellectual property rights aspects of the institution
Undertaking such assignments as may be assigned by immediate supervisor;
Vacancy Requirements:
At least eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been at supervisory role;
Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized institution;
Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines; Law, Business Administration, Public Administration or equivalent qualifications
from a recognized Institution is an added advantage;
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education;
Admitted as an advocate of the High Court Kenya;
Membership to the Law Society of Kenya(LSK).
Valid practicing licence;
Management course lasting not less four (4) weeks;
Proficiency in computer applications;
Demonstrated work performance and results;
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Analytical skills
Strong communication and reporting skills
Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills
Interpersonal and negotiation skills
Team player
Certification in Data Protection and 3 years’ experience in a Data protection environment will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
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