Senior Legal Officer
The National Research Fund invites applications from qualified persons for the following position:
| SNo | Ref No | Position | No of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
NRF/02/2025 |
Senior Legal Officer |
One (1) |
Scale: NRF 5
Basic Salary: 65,377 X 2,615- 67,992 X 3,060 – 71,052 X 3,197 – 74,249 X 3,341 – 77,590 X 3,492 – 81,082 X 3,649 – 84,731 X 3,983 – 88,714
House Allowance: 16,500
Commuter Allowance: 5,000
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Qualifications and Requirements:
For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: –
- At least four (4) years relevant work experience in public service or private sector;
- Have a Bachelor of Law (LL.B) degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
- Masters of Law (LL.B) degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
- Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
- Current Law Practicing Certificate;
- Proficiency in computer applications;
- Good communication skills;
- A supervisory Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
- Be a member of a relevant professional body where applicable;
- Demonstrated results in work performance; and
- Meet the provision of Chapter Six of Constitution.
Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities entail;
- Interpreting legal cases; advising on legal requirements and prosecution procedures; issuing instructions to agreement and contract defaulters;
- Developing and implementing legal agreements and contracts in liaison with relevant departments, divisions and units;
- Monitoring compliance with legal framework, agreements and contracts;
- Preparing legal opinions on legal cases and on matters relating to legal notices; and
- Carrying out research on emerging legal issues.
Candidates who meet the above criteria are advised to submit a filled Application for Employment Form, cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae, copy of National Identification card, copies of academic and professional certificates and other testimonials to: recruitment@nrf.go.ke
OR
deliver hard copies with the envelope clearly marked Ref No: …. of the position you are applying for to the National Research Fund Offices, NACOSTI Plaza, Upper Kabete, 3rd Floor; Addressed to:
Chief Executive Officer
National Research Fund
NACOSTI Plaza, 3rd Floor, Upper Kabete
PO Box 26036 – 00100
NAIROBI
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS 7th APRIL, 2025. Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
The National Research Fund is an equal opportunity employer and selects candidates on merit through fair and open competition from the widest range of eligible candidates.
NB: The National Research Fund is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Persons with disabilities and from marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.
