Category Archives: Legal Jobs in Kenya
Kenya Film Legal Jobs 2013
Legal Jobs in Kenya 2013 . Legal Officer I The Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) is a State Corporation established under the Film and Stage Plays Act Cap 222 Laws of Kenya with a regulatory function to ensure that films screened to the public are in line with the national aspirations and culture. The Board invites applications from suitable and qualified persons to fill the positions listed below: Legal Officer I KFCB Scale 6 Ref: KFCB/AD/1/2013 Reporting to the Manager- Legal Services, the duties and responsibilities at this level will include, but not limited to: Providing legal services to ensure appropriate interpretation of the legal safeguards and rights of the Board including patents, copyrights and trademarks; Organizing, preparing agenda for, and taking minutes during the Board’s meetings; Maintaining an up to date register for all Board’s minutes; Contributing to Board’s discussions, as when required, and advising members on legal, governance, accounts and tax implications of proposed policies; Providing legal advice to ensure appropriate risk management for the Board; Being the custodian of the legal documents of the Board including contracts; Preparing draft legislation for implementing the Board policies and strategies; Providing legal advice and assistance on all aspects of Government regulations and preparing opinions and legal interpretations on various matters related to the interpretation and review of State Corporations Act and other statutory requirements; Coordinating representation of the Board in courts of law, tribunals and before quasi-judicial bodies and may negotiate settlements to protect the interests of the Board in contested disciplinary proceeding; Preparing drafts and negotiating contracts, leases, formal agreements and other legal instruments between the Board and other parties; Participating in settlement and arbitration of disputes to protect Board’s interests; Monitoring developments in legal research, participate in outreach programmes to strengthen corporate governance and improve the quality of service delivery;’ Liaising with Attorney General’s Chambers, Registrar General, law enforcement agencies and stakeholders on legal matters; and Advising the Board on any other legal matters Qualification and Experience Requirements For appointment to this grade, a candidate must: Be a Kenyan citizen; Have a Bachelor of Legal Laws (LLB)degree from a university recognized in Kenya; Have a Post- Graduate Diploma in Legal studies from the Kenya School of law; Be an advocate of the high Court; Be of good standing and possess a current practicing license or certificate; Have at least three (3) years’ experience in legal practice, preferably in a corporate environment; Demonstrate good understanding of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; Possess excellent report writing and presentation skills; Show good understanding of the operations of Boards of Directors; Demonstrate in-depth organizational and analytical skills; Be computer literate Continue reading
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Legal Manager Jobs Kenya 2013
Legal Jobs in Kenya 2013. Legal Manager Our client is a global multinational Food & Beverage company, worldwide leader in most of its category portfolio. With global or local specific brands and products, the core focus is to meet the diverse needs and preferences of consumers all over the world Continue reading
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Legal Jobs Kenya. Legal Aid.
A Kenyan NGO has two legal jobs in Kenya. Legal Aid Assistant Positions (2) Location: Nairobi and Naivasha Our Kenyan client, a nongovernmental organization (NGO) whose major position is to promote and uphold women and girls in society through advocating for opportunities that explore their potentials is looking for suitable candidates to fill the jobs of a Legal Officer who will be reporting to the Legal Aid & Litigation Program Officer– Legal Job Duties and Responsibilities * Support in providing legal advice to clients who are women and girls survivors of Gender based violence * Provide trainings on legal representation to clients who are women and girls survivors of Gender based violence * Participate in preparation of pleadings, proofs of evidence and legal briefs * Intervene and petition on behalf of the public in gender related issues. * Take up public interest litigation cases for advocacy * Develop and maintain partnerships with other NGO’s, Government departments and relevant bodies in gender related cases * Offer Legal Aid to women survivors of violence and undertake legal research * Undertaking any other duties appropriate as may be assigned from time to time Minimum Legal qualifications * Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Law * Advocate of the High court of Kenya added advantage * Should have knowledge of program planning, designing, monitoring and evaluation * Should have at least 2 years hands on experience in a similar position * Must be 35 years of age and below Legal Skills and Competencies * Must possess strong writing skills, proficiency in computers, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks Continue reading
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How To Improve Your Communication Skills.
How many times have you had one of those opportunity-lost-moments in your life? You have thoroughly prepared for that job interview, that date, that sales pitch and then one word or one sentence and you get this feeling at the pit of your stomach that you have ruined everything! Needless to say it does not take long for your worst fears to be confirmed Continue reading
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