Legal Officer at Kenya Medical Research - KEMRI

LEGAL OFFICER, JOB GROUP KMR 6 - (1 POSITION - NAIROBI)

• This will be the entry and training grade for these legal officers. An officer at this level will work under direct supervision of a senior officer.

Job Description
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: -

• Reviewing and verifying documentation vis-à-vis historical information contained in individual case files;
• Obtaining information required on case files and communicating to the supervisor;
• Identifying legal and compliance risks;
• Compiling contract documentation for preparation and related documents for the Institute.
• Drafting of legal opinions; and
• Undertaking such assignments as may be assigned by immediate supervisor.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• Bachelor of Law degree from a recognized institution;
• Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education;
• Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court;
• Valid practicing certificate; and
• Proficiency in computer application.

Key Skills and Competence

• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Integrity
• Team player