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SENIOR LEGAL OFFICER JOB GROUP M (1 POST)
Requirements for Appointment
• Be a citizen of Kenya;
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law degree (LLB) from a recognized institution;
• A post graduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law;
• Experience in legislative drafting from a reputable institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Possess legal research skills;

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Coordinating and facilitating research on legal issue to inform the advice provided by the
legal department
• Co–ordinating and organizing appointments and meetings including meeting rooms.
• Coordinating and facilitating research on legal issue to inform the advice provided by the
legal department.
• Ensuring implementation and realization of strategic plans and objectives in respect of the
legal function.
• Assisting in implementation and realization of strategic plans and objectives in respect of
the legal function
• Assisting in keeping and managing documentations on approved projects for the County
Government to track and monitor progress of the said projects and prepare reports
• Assisting in complex litigation on behalf of the County Government
• Diligently executing the functions and exercise the authority provided for in the County
Attorney’s Act
• Supporting the County Attorney in discharge of duties as assigned in respective technical
unit
• Attending court and/or monitoring external counsel case management
• Maintaining accurate filling and recording system and track file movement for efficient
record management and record keeping
• Generating office reports
• Supporting the designated county departments and agencies on legal matters
• Drafting contracts, lease agreements and memorandum of understanding between the
county government and its collaborators.
• Drafting legislative proposals
• Articulating county attorney’s position in meetings, seminars, negotiations and
conventions.
• Initiating and undertaking research on complex and emerging issues
• Preparing legal opinions and briefs on behalf of the County government
• Attending all monthly departmental and county meetings to ensure efficiency of the County
functions
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the County Attorney

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