Masters of Law/Legal Studies degree from a recognized University and a Postgraduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School with seven (7) years’ working experience three (3) as Senior Legal Officer Scale 13 or its equivalent;
Must be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya with the current practicing certificate;
Shown merit and administrative ability in work performance and results;
Registration with Law Society of Kenya;
CPS (K) and member of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya in good standing.
Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
ICT Competence.
Responsibilities
Ensuring compliance with Statutes, regulations and procedures;
Advising the Vice Chancellor and Council on legal obligations;
Drafting, reviewing and approving agreements, grant awards and contracts;
Overseeing management of land assets and Intellectual Property;
Keeping Custody of legal and Council documents;
Overseeing preparation of Council and legal reports;
Overseeing review of legal policies and practices;
Identifying, mitigating legal risks and developing remedial plans;
Representing the University in litigation and developing case strategy;
Reviewing progress of outstanding litigation;
Ensure that Council complies with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements as well as best corporate governance practice, including disclosures;
Ensuring Council resolutions, internal policies and procedures comply with legal provisions;
Provide proper advice and resources required by Council members to discharge their duties;
Serve as the focal point for all Council communications and engagements;
Maintain accurate records of Council and Committee deliberations, ensuring they reflect proper exercise of fiduciary duties;
Manage all Council and Committee meeting logistics, attend and record minutes of all meetings and facilitate Council communications;
Facilitate induction of new Council members and assist in their training and development; and
Job Requirements
Required education
: Post-graduate education
Required relevant work experience
: 5 years
Required languages:
English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)
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