Principal Officer, Legal Services at Salaries and Remuneration Commission

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide input in the development, implementation and review of legal policies andprocedures to ensure that they are in tandem with the existing legislation;
• Advise the Department of Legal Services on all legal matters that may arise in the Commission’s operations;
• Monitor the performance of external Advocates engaged by the Commission to ensure instructions, documents, witnesses and statements are availed on time;
• Coordinate service providers in legal matters involving the Commission;
• Initiate legal action on behalf of the Commission on compliance measures;
• Provide input into the departmental work plan and compile budget estimates to inform the departmental planning process;
• Lead the development and performance management of staff that report to the position
• for the achievement of both individual and departmental goals;
• Carry out training needs assessment and propose training programs for the departmental staff;
• Mentor and coach staff that report to the position; and
• Identify and evaluate risks and implications of the departmental activities.

Academic qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in law from a recognized university.
• A Master’s degree from a recognized university is an added advantage.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Must possess a Postgraduate Diploma in law from the Kenya School of Law.
• Must be admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Must possess a current and valid practicing certificate.
• Must be a member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing.
• Must possess a certificate in leadership/strategic management from a recognized institution.

Previous relevant work experience required.

• At least Eight (8) years of post-admission work experience four (4) of which must be in a comparable position in a reputable organisation.
• Experience in litigation, legal drafting and legal research