Job Specifications

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: –

Implementing legal policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures on litigation, delegated criminal prosecution and Alternative Dispute Resolution;

Developing policy and legal frameworks for prosecution and litigation;

Developing litigation, prosecution, and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) strategies;

Coordinating investigations;

Coordinating quasi-judicial and alternative justice delegated prosecution processes;

Monitoring compliance with policies, standards, and procedures to avoid sanctions and litigations;

Developing legal briefs to the external lawyers and other parties;

Coordinating legal conformance and compliance;

Promoting legal education and awareness programs/clinics to strategic stakeholders;

Identifying and mapping out legal risks and developing mitigation frameworks;

Conducting negotiations.;

Developing legal accountability structures;

Establishing and maintaining the legal universe;

Representing HELB in courts and quasi-judicial bodies;

Preparing written and oral submissions for filing in court;

Monitoring compliance with court decisions; and

Coordinating preparation of legal advisories.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade an officer must have: –

A cumulative period of nine (9) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in the grade of Senior Legal Officer or in a comparable position;

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

Postgraduate diploma in legal studies from the Kenya School of Law;

Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;

Valid Practicing Certificate;

Membership in good standing of the Law Society of Kenya;

Management course certificate lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

Certificate in computer applications; and

Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Key Competences and Skills

Effective Communication and interpersonal skills

Team Player

Report Writing

Stress Management

Mediation and Arbitration

Inquisitive

Proactive

Negotiation and Networking

Emotional Intelligence

Strategic Thinking

Innovative and Creative

Effective Decision Making

Presentation Skills

Analytical

Mentorship and Coaching

Planning and Organizing

Stress Management

How To Apply

Qualified and interested applicants who meet the requirements should either submit two hard copies of the job application, curriculum vitae, academic & professional certificates and relevant testimonials quoting the Title and Reference Number of the position on the cover letter and envelope, on or before Tuesday, 24th December 2024 5.00 p.m. addressed to:

The Chairman

Higher Education Loans Board

Anniversary Towers, 19th Floor,

P.O. Box 69489 – 00400

Email a soft copy of the application and support documents listed above to: recruitment2024@helb.co.ke. HELB is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including Women, Youth, Marginalized Communities and Persons With Disabilities. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted