Assistant Legal Officer (Litigation & Compliance) At Kenya Pipeline Company

Responsibilities
Prepare statements of evidence by witnesses and briefing papers for use by lawyers in case Kenya Pipeline Company is taken to court.
Assist the staff by providing information on legal processes that affect KPC.
Establish and maintain contractual agreements with externally appointed professional legal firms to provide legal services in case of civil or criminal litigation involving Kenya Pipeline Company
Brief witnesses and take notes of evidence
Gather evidence in cases involving Kenya Pipeline Company to establish and verify basis for legal proceedings in order to formulate legal defense or to initiate legal action
Conduct legal research, develop concept papers, prepare legal briefs and opinions as well as develop effective defense strategies, arguments and testimony in preparation for legal proceedings
Review incidents of violations against organizational policy and regulations; handle disputes and take appropriate action in line with approved policies, procedures and regulations.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognised University
Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
Proficiency in computer applications
Key Skills and Competencies
Comprehensive understanding of litigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution processes as well as commercial law including legal and regulatory framework governing the regulation of the Energy sector
Strong communication skills and ability to develop proposals, concept papers, position papers as well as write reports and prepare relevant publications
Flexibility and responsiveness in providing high quality customer service
Proficiency in computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, data base, presentation, email, internet etc.
Ability to maintain professional status and keep abreast of evolving legal trends through continuing legal education