Job Description

KMFRI is recruiting one Legal Officer I at KMFRI Grade 7. The role supports the Institute’s legal, compliance, governance, and Board-related work.

What you'll do

• Provide legal advice on suitable approaches for the Institute.
• Draft contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Research applicable laws and legislative changes.
• Support Board reports, minutes, resolutions, charters, and ethics work.
• Help manage risk and statutory compliance requirements.
• Work with external lawyers on legal proceedings.
• Support legal, compliance, and governance audits.
• Provide Secretariat support to the Senior Management Meeting.

What you'll bring

• Three years’ relevant experience at Legal Officer II grade.
• Bachelor of Laws degree and Post graduate Diploma in Law.
• Admission as an advocate of the High Court Kenya.
• Law Society of Kenya membership and a Current Practicing Certificate.
• Certified Public Secretary CPS (Part II) or equivalent qualification.
• Computer proficiency, drafting, report writing, negotiation, and arbitration skills.
• Fulfilment of Chapter Six (6) requirements.

What you'll be offered

• Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 69,766 – KShs. 90,695 P.M.
• House Allowance: KShs. 28,000 P.M.
• Commuter Allowance: KShs. 7,000 P.M.
• Annual Leave Allowance: KShs. 10,000 P.A.
• Medical Cover and Other Allowances: As provided by KMFRI

Key skills: Kenya School of Law, computer applications, Drafting skills, Report writing skills, Negotiation skills