Legal Officer - Nairobi, Kenya - Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH)

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Qualifications & RequirementsBachelor of Laws degree from a recognized institution.Post graduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law or its equivalent.Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.Member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing.At least three (3) years relevant work experience in a legal department.Proficiency in computer applications.Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya

RESPONSIBILITIES

Preparing preliminary legal documents/instruments;Ensuring compliance with principals of good corporate governance;Collecting and collating data for legal research and decision, making;Reviewing recent legislation, court cases, correspondences and publications pointing out matters that which necessitate management actions;Conducting legal awareness and education to Hospital staff;Assisting in the provision of secretarial services to the Board;Researching on relevant statutes, rulings and precedents to be used as a basis for preparation of legal opinions;Preparing legal opinions;Representing the Hospital on court matters;Performing any other duties as may be assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Legal counseling, Dispute resolution and arbitration, Judicial processes and litigation

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree