Legal Assistant III

KyU/NT/096/04/2024

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drafting of legal documents and handling cases involving the University in liaison with University external lawyers
• Handle and advise on all legal matters for the University
• Preparation of agreements and /or contracts for approval by relevant parties
• Gathering of evidence, facts and exchange of the same with University lawyers
• Attending of court and briefing the University authorities on the development of cases
• Writing reports and memoranda
• Ensuring that the University adheres to the Laid down procedures and regulations in employee matters, disciplinary measures and any other matter which has legal implications.
• Guide and assist in the review and interpretation of University Statutes.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

 Requirements;

• Bachelor’s degree in Law from recognized institution
• Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Kenya School of Law
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Valid Practicing Licence
• Computer proficiency
• Minimum of three (3) years legal practice
  Mode of application

Applicants must submit five (5) copies of applications giving details of the educational and professional qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address. Enclose certified copies of certificates and testimonials giving names and addresses of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and areas of specialization, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae and a copy of most recent letter of appointment. Interested applicants should send the applications to the undersigned, quoting the reference number for the job applied for so as to be received on or before 10th May, 2024.

THE VICE CHANCELLOR

KIRINYAGA UNIVERSITY

P. O. BOX 143-10300

KERUGOYA