Job Overview
Legal Officer I (Advisory Unit) The Legal Officer I (Advisory Unit) is responsible for providing legal advisory services to the organization to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. The role involves interpreting legislation, drafting and reviewing legal documents, advising management on legal risks, and supporting informed decision-making across departments. The officer plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization’s legal interests and ensuring that operations are conducted within the legal and regulatory framework.
Why This Role Matters
This Legal Officer I (Advisory Unit) role allows professionals to develop key skills in Law. The position offers career growth opportunities while supporting the company's mission and values.
Responsibilities
- Job Description – MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assisting in drafting advisory opinions and legal briefs;
- Assist in generating submissions/briefs of appeals registered in the Chairperson’s office
- Processing own motion complaints
- Assisting in generating papers/articles on topical issues
- Assisting in protocol and administrative procedures for the chairperson
- Assisting in preparation of speeches and presentation for the Chairperson
- Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
Qualifications
- BA/BSc/HND , Diploma
Skills & Experience
- COMPETENCIES
- For appointment to this position
- a candidate must
- Have served in the grade of Legal Officer II
- Advisory or an equivalent position for a period of at least four (4) years
- Have a Bachelor of Law Degree (LL.B) from a recognized university.
- Post graduate diploma from Kenya School of Law
- Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate.
- Have a certificate in computer application skills from a recognized institution
How to Apply
Method of Application Interested and qualified? Go to The Commission on Administrative Justice (Office of The Ombudsman) on erp.ombudsman.go.ke to apply
Application FAQs
- Is this job open? Applications may be closed.
- Are there any application fees? No. JobVoro does not charge job seekers.
- Can I apply directly? Yes, via the company's official channel.