Legal Officer II/Litigation at the Communications Authority of Kenya

This is the entry and training grade for Degree holders in this cadre. Duties and responsibilities in this position shall entail assisting in: -

i.          Overseeing and managing litigation portfolio including preparing legal documents, filling court pleadings and coordinating with external counsel,

ii.        Preparing and maintaining requisite reports to Board and management,

iii.      Compiling relevant evidence and other information on cases,

iv.      Work closely with other Departments to align litigation strategies with organizational goals and governance standards,

v.        Developing and implementing strategies to minimize legal and financial risks, including proactive measures on how to avoid litigation,

vi.      Representing the Authority in Courts, Tribunals and other quasi-judicial bodies,

vii.    Drafting responses to legal queries, general correspondence and pleadings,

viii.  Compiling relevant evidence and other information on cases,

ix.      Undertaking legal research to inform legal opinions, training and compliance guidelines issued by the department,

x.        Representing the Authority and Kenya in International Forums aimed at presenting the position of Kenya in ICT sector and policy formulations,

xi.      Identifying , assessing and resolving legal disputes arising from regulatory decisions , contracts or stakeholder interactions ensuring timely and effective outcomes,

xii.    Provision of internal legal guidance to departments on potential litigation risks and strategies to mitigate them,  supporting informed decision making,

xiii.  Development of the departmental budget.

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

i.          Bachelor of Laws Degree from a recognized institution,

ii.        Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law,

iii.      Registration as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya,

iv.      Be a member of the Law Society of Kenya or any other relevant professional body in good standing,

v.        Valid Practicing Certificate,

vi.      Proficiency in Computers Applications,

vii.    Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution of Kenya 2010.

i.        Strong communication and reporting skills,

ii.      Interpersonal and negotiation skills,

iii.    Team player,

iv.    Drafting skills.

v.      Integrity.