Meru University of Science and Technology Chief Legal Officer Jobs in Meru Kenya
Meru University of Science and Technology Chief Legal Officer Jobs in Meru Kenya
Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST) is a state owned University established by the Government of Kenya under the Universities Act 2012. The University is located in Meru County, along the Meru-Maua road.
MUST aspires to be a World Class University of Excellence in Science and Technology. The mission of the University is to provide Quality University Education, Training and Research in Science, Technology and Innovation.
MUST is a center of excellence in Innovation, Technology, Engineering, Food Science and Agriculture that are some of the key enablers of Kenya’s National agenda including Vision 2030 and the Big Four agenda.
MUST wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated staff to fill the following vacant position:
Chief Internal Auditor
The Chief Legal Officer shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor.
Duties and Responsibilities
Management of the University legal function;
Provision of legal counsel and advice to the University Management;
Assist in preparation of legal or quasi-legal documents for the University;
Interpretation general University Statutes, Terms and Conditions of Service, Collective Agreements and other documents that have legal binding on the University;
Offering legal advice and support to the University and its affiliates on the acquisition, management and disposal of University property;
Offering Secretariat services to the Council and all its Committees
Review university’s legal and regulatory framework to ensure compliance, removal of impediments and security of members’ contribution.
Guiding the Council on Key governance and compliance issues.
Requirements:
A Master’s Degree in Law
Bachelor of Law Degree from a recognized University
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, a member of the LSK, and have a valid practicing certificate.
Certified Public Secretary and member of ICPSK with a valid membership certificate
Work experience as a board Secretary in a large corporation.
Fully computer literate
Proven knowledge of corporate regulatory and company law, rules and norms
Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
Be of high integrity and ensure confidentiality.
Have the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of
Kenya, 2010 on leadership and integrity.
How to apply
Application should be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, national identity card or passport, testimonials, copies of certificates, e-mail addresses and telephone contacts and any other relevant supporting documents.
Applicants must also submit valid clearances from the following bodies;
Kenya Revenue Authority
Higher Education Loans Board
Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Certificate of Good Conduct)
Registered Credit Reference Bureau
They should also provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees.
Ten (10) copies of the application and referees’ confidential reports on the applicants’ suitability for the post should be sent via registered mail or courier “marked with the reference number on the left hand corner of the envelope” and sent to the under-signed to be received on or before 12th February, 2019 by 5:00 p.m.
Applicants are also required to fill a job application summary form availed in MUST website and send hard and soft copies (Microsoft word document) to recruitment@must.ac.ke. (Compulsory)
Applicants with foreign earned qualifications should have their certificates certified by the Commission for University Education.
Those who applied for the re-advertisement positions need not to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Get the application form on our website
Meru University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women, marginalized and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
The Vice Chancellor
Meru University of Science and Technology
P.O. Box 972-60200
MERU
For more information and job application details, see; Meru University of Science and Technology Chief Legal Officer Jobs in Meru Kenya
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