Kenya Leather Development Council Legal Officer - Corporation Secretary Jobs in Kenya
Kenya Leather Development Council Legal Officer - Corporation Secretary Jobs in Kenya
Job PurposeThe position is in the Corporation Secretary and Legal Services Unit of the Council. The Unit is responsible for provision of Board’s Secretarial and Council’s legal services.
The job holder is responsible for ensuring the Council functions effectively and operates within its mandate by providing Corporation secretarial services, governance and overall legal advice to the Council as provided within the KLDC Order, 2011 under the State Corporation Act (Cap 446) of the Laws of Kenya and other relevant legislation.
Key Responsibilities / Duties / Tasks
Develop work plans and budgets for the Unit for approval;
Oversee the execution of the approved Unit’s work plans and budgets;
Oversee performance management in the Unit;
Prepare and submit all monthly, quarterly and annual reports for the Unit;
Prepare draft board management papers for approval;
Identify training needs for the Unit staff;
Participate in workforce planning and recruitment of staff within the Unit;
Spearhead the development and review of the Council’s strategic plan;
Identify procurement needs of the Unit;
Mentor and coach Unit staff; and
Participate in various Committees in the Council.
Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
Provide expert and strategic legal advice to the Board and Management;
Facilitate the holding of Board and Board Committee Meetings including collecting, organizing and distributing information, documents or board papers required for such meetings;
Ensure Board Committees are properly constituted and provided with clear terms of reference;
Prepare Annual Board work plan, Board calendar for meetings, take and maintain minutes and communicate board resolutions and action areas for management to attend to Board decisions and resolutions;
Continually review developments in corporate governance, facilitate proper induction of Board members into their roles and advise and assist them with respect to their duties and responsibilities;
Provide advice to the Board on legal and governance matters;
Provide legal advice to the Council and Investors in the Council programme and give due interpretation to the provisions to the Council and other applicable legislation;
Ensure safe custody of the Council Seal and other vital legal records and
documents including Land Titles and lease agreements;
Oversee the drawing, designing and implementation of legal agreements and contracts in liaison with relevant divisions/departments at the Council;
Oversee the preparation and processing of legal opinions, legal notices and licensing of Council Enterprises;
Oversee research on emerging legal issues and advise the Council accordingly;
Liaise with Department of Justice on litigation of national interest;
Ensure proper representation for the Council in Court and Arbitration proceedings and liaise with external counsel on legal matters;
Carry out Legal Audits;
Ensure the Council complies with all its statutory obligations;
Identify proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate legal risks;
Monitor the performance of the Unit including achievement of performance targets; and
Provide overall guidance, mentorship, motivation and supervision to staff in the Unit.
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized institution of higher learning.
Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
Postgraduate Diploma (Kenya School of Law);
Member of Law Society of Kenya;
Advocate of High Court of Kenya;
Registered Certified Public Secretary by Institute of Certified Secretaries (ICS) Kenya;
Certificate in computer proficiency from a recognized institution; and
Meets the provision of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Previous relevant work experience required.
Have five (5) years’ relevant experience as Legal Officer, Legal Services or comparable position in the Public Service or reputable organization.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 18th June 2019
For more information and job application details, see; Kenya Leather Development Council Legal Officer - Corporation Secretary Jobs in Kenya
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