Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Office of Human Resources Legal Officer Jobs in Kenya


Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Office of Human Resources Legal Officer Jobs in Kenya;This position is located in the Appeals Section (AS), Administrative Law Division (ALD), Office of Human Resources (OHR), Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance (DMSPC). The Division implements UN standards of conduct, provides legal advice on internal justice matters, and represents the Secretary‑General before the United Nations Dispute Tribunal. The Legal Officer reports to the Legal Officer of the Appeals or Disciplinary Section.


Key Responsibilities

  • Handle appeals matters and issues related to international, public, national, and administrative law.

  • Conduct extensive legal research and analysis; prepare legal opinions, briefs, reports, and correspondence.

  • Review legal documents and instruments; identify key issues and inconsistencies.

  • Assist in drafting background papers, studies, legislative texts, and teaching materials.

  • Prepare legal submissions/motions during investigations and prosecutions.

  • Assess evidence for relevance and admissibility; prepare briefs of evidence.

  • Service diplomatic conferences, commissions, committees, and expert groups.

  • Represent or assist in representing the Organization before tribunals or administrative proceedings.

  • Provide legal advice on human resources and administrative matters.

  • Provide guidance to junior staff.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.


    Competencies

    **Professionalism**
  • Knowledge of legal principles, concepts, and procedures.
  • Ability to conduct research and analyze information.
  • Knowledge of civil and/or common law systems.
  • Strong drafting skills and ability to apply legal judgment under pressure.
  • Commitment to gender perspectives and equal participation.

    **Communication**
  • Speaks and writes
    clearly and effectively.
  • Listens actively and engages in two‑way communication.
  • Tailors language and style to audience.

    **Planning and Organizing**
  • Develops clear goals aligned with strategies.
  • Identifies priorities and allocates resources efficiently.
  • Foresees risks and adjusts plans accordingly.


    Education

  • Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in law required.

  • First‑level degree with two additional years of relevant experience may be accepted.


    Work Experience

  • Minimum five years of progressively responsible legal experience required.

  • At least two years in litigation at national or international level, including leading evidence of witnesses before a court or tribunal.

  • Experience in administrative/employment/labour law at international level required.

  • Experience with UN staff regulations, rules, and procedures desirable.


    Languages

  • English required.

  • French desirable.

    **Minimum UN Language Framework Level II in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.**

    How to apply

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