Kenya Pipeline Company Legal Services Manager Jobs
Kenya Pipeline Company Legal Services Manager Jobs
Job specification Assist the GM on legal matters affecting the Company.
Provide company secretarial services to the Company
Monitor all aspects of the Board Secretariat and Legal services Division with the aim of developing a robust and facilitative legal and regulatory framework for enhancing organizational effectiveness.
Provide advice on good corporate governance practices.
Manage legal risks while taking advantage of opportunities.
Attend Board meetings, take minutes of proceedings and direct the business affairs of
the company by disseminating the decisions of the Board of Directors to relevant Managers for implementation.
Provide technical leadership and strategic direction in the development, implementation and evaluation of professional legal services including overseeing, scheduling and coordinating the provision of corporate services as necessary.
Formulate, monitor and evaluate the implementation of work-plans related to the
formulation of an enabling framework for litigation, compliance, contracts and convincing matters.
Provide legal advice and assistance on all relevant aspects of government regulation
and applicable law.
Prepare Legal opinions and legal interpretations on various matters as required including interpretation of court and arbitral rulings affecting the Company.
Spearhead the formulation of a sound contract management process from tendering to contract preparation, negotiation and execution.
Oversee the smooth implementation of all convincing matters to ensure perfection of
documentation and securities.
Monitor developments in relevant law, conduct legal research and participate in outreach programs to strengthen corporate governance and improve the quality of service delivery
Draft legal documents as required
Oversee performance management in the Legal Services department and participate in organizational performance reviews, business process improvements aimed at improving organizational effectiveness.
Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff in order to ensure that the candidates selected have the required job competencies and are provided with orientation and induction programme necessary for effective job performance.
Review incidents of violations against organizational policy and regulations; handle
disputes and take appropriate action in line with approved policies, procedures and regulations.
Assess staff performance, identify training needs, as well as design and implement training programmes to equip staff with appropriate job competencies in order to improve service delivery.
Prepare concept papers, board papers, periodic progress reports and annual reports as necessary.
Participate in the formulation and development of the Company’s Strategic Plan, plan and monitor set division targets and takes any necessary remedial actions.
Monitor all aspects of the Board Secretariat and Legal services Division with the aim of developing a robust and facilitative legal and regulatory framework for enhancing organizational effectiveness.
Provide advice on good corporate governance practices.
Manage legal
risks while taking advantage of opportunities.
Attend Board meetings, take minutes of proceedings and direct the business affairs of
the company by disseminating the decisions of the Board of Directors to relevant Managers for implementation.
Initiate and participate in organizational performance reviews and business process
improvements aimed at improving organizational effectiveness.
Provide technical leadership to a team to develop, implement and evaluate strategic
management plans and budgets aimed at improving performance standards and organizational effectiveness.
Develop and implement strategies for creating a high performing organizational culture based on transparency, integrity, accountability, performance measurement and results to ensure that activities are undertaken on sound management principles and
practices.
Person specification
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized reputable University
Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
Minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience five (5) of which must have been at Senior Management level.
Certified Public Secretary (K)
Member of Law Society of Kenya (LSK)
Member of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries (ICPSK) in good standing
Leadership Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks
Meet requirements of Chapter 6 of the constitution of Kenya.
Skills and competencies
Comprehensive understanding of commercial law, litigation and conveyance.
Strong communication skills and ability to develop proposals, concept papers, position
papers as well as write reports and prepare relevant publications
Proficiency in computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, data
base, presentation, email, internet etc.
Well-developed written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility and responsiveness in determining and handling Company Secretariat and Legal Services Division issues
Sound analytical skills and the ability to identify with precision the critical factors of a
problem in an impartial and objective way
Ability to maintain professional status and keep abreast of evolving trends in the Petroleum subsector
Ability to deliver KPC’s articulated vision for change and support staff to embrace change
Ability to empower staff through couching and counselling
Strong leadership skills including effective interpersonal, communication, influencing and negotiations skills
Demonstrated competence in work performance
How to Apply
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