The County Government of West Pokot Legal Officer I Job

Duties and Responsibilities

•  Implementing strategic plans and objectives in respect to the legal function;
•  Preparing and reviewing legal documents/instruments;
•  Handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries; preparing legal opinions and legal briefs; drafting leases and contracts;
•  Undertaking research on specific legal areas; ensuring compliance with statutory and other legal requirements;
•  Ensuring safe custody of legal documents and records;
•  Providing legal risk reviews.

Requirements for Appointment

•  Bachelors of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized institution;
•  Post graduate Diploma in Legal Studies (Advocates Training Programme) from the Council of Legal Education;
•  Membership to the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya (ICPS (K);
•  Been admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
•  Current Advocates Practicing Certificate;
•  Certificate in computer application skills.

How To Apply

You can access the advertisement details on our website www.westpokot.go.ke and submit online applications through our email myjobs@westpokot.go.ke

All application should be submitted on or before Wednesday 28th February, 2024 at 5.00 pm to the;

Secretary/CEO
West Pokot County Public Service Board
P.O Box 577 – 30600
 KAPENGURIA

The County Government of West Pokot is an equal opportunity employer. Youth, Women, person living with Disabilities, Marginalized and Minority Communities are encouraged to apply.

Canvasing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification

Only shortlisted candidates will be contact