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Legal Officer at University of Eastern Africa, Baraton

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Job Description

UEAB is an internationally acclaimed institution, drawing students and faculty from over 20 countries of Africa, Asia, Europe and America. This provides all our students, faculty and staff with a great opportunity for international cultural exchange, fusion of ideas and appreciation of diversity.

Job Industry

Law/Legal and Development

Job Salary Currency

KES

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

  • Draft and review contracts, MoUs, leases, and other university agreements.
  • Research and prepare legal opinions and reports on various legal issues as required.
  • Prepare draft policy papers and instruments that have legal implications for consideration by relevant authorities and organs of the university.
  • Prepare quarterly legal briefs on relevant topics for the legal newsletter.
  • Assist in the management of litigation matters as may be directed.
  • Represent the university in arbitral, administrative, or litigation proceedings.
  • Support and promote compliance with the Universities Act, 2012, the Commission for University Education Guidelines, and other relevant statutes and regulations.
  • Maintain an efficient record management system for the department, including updating various registers, filing, and digital archiving.
  • Timely preparation of correspondence as provided in the legal department charter.

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
  • Must have a Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB) from a recognized university.
  • Post Graduate Diploma in law from Kenya School of Law.
  • At least 3 years’ experience in a similar position, preferably in an institution on Higher Learning.
  • An Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid Practicing Certificate.
  • A register member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Strong analytical skills:
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Tech savvy

Application Process

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should send their application, including a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, telephone number and E-mail address, copies of academic certificates, transcripts, and testimonials, a copy of the national ID, and letters of recommendation from three references, including a church pastor and their contact information, to reach the University Human Resource Manager via email on hrm@ueab. ac.ke by December 3, 2024.

Close Date

03/12/2024

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