County Legal Counsel I (Researcher I) at County Government of Bomet

Duties and Responsibilities

The Officer will be responsible to the Office of the County Attorney and reports directly to the County Solicitor. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail;

• Undertaking Research on assigned legal issues.
• Attends court and other tribunals and represents the County Government and its
• Agencies/ institutions in cases where the County Government or agencies/ institutions are parties;
• Supporting the County Legal Department and various County Departments in drafting various legislative proposals, policies and regulations.
• Giving legal opinions on matters relating to County Government Functions.
• Drafting, vetting and interpreting document and agreement for and on behalf of the County Government and its agencies.
• Dealing with applications for grants of representation including all those which will be annexed, confirmation thereof, issue of citations and related matters.
• Performing any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

• Must be a Kenyan citizen.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the grade of County Legal Counsel II or in a similar relevant position.
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) Degree from a recognized institution.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Kenya School of Law.
• Admission as an advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Current Practising Certificate.
• Fulfillment of all requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrated understanding of National Values and Principles of Governance and Public Service as stipulated in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.