a) Job Description

This is the graduate entry level. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:

(i) Reading and verifying documentation vis-à-vis historical information contained in individual case files;
(ii) Obtaining information required on case files and communicating to the external advocates;
(iii) Verifying contract documentation for procurement and other engagements by the Authority;
(iv) Attending court hearings.
(v) Drawing draft contracts, agreements, and other legal documents;
(vi) Undertaking research on different information concerning all applicable laws;
(vii) Identifying legal and compliance risks and issues relative to the Authority’s intended actions;
(viii) Liaising with external lawyers on all cases filed against the Authority to ensure instructions, witnesses, and statements are procured on time;
(ix) Working with external lawyers to initiate lawsuits or to formulate and draft defense, to gather evidence in legal proceedings involving the Authority and
rendering general advice relating to any legal proceedings involving the Authority; and
(x) Representing the Authority in litigation matters.

b) Job Specifications of Legal Officer

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
(i) Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized university;
(ii) Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Kenya School of Law;
(iii) Admitted as an advocate of the High Court;
(iv) Proficiency in computer applications; and
(v) Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the requisite qualifications are encouraged to submit their respective applications in a sealed envelope marked “Recruitment indicating the position of interest,” which must be received by or earlier than 24th February 2025 at 12.00noon addressed to:

The Director General
Agriculture and Food Authority
Tea House, 5th Floor
Naivasha Road, Off Ngong Road
P.O. Box 37962
Nairobi

hand-delivered to
The Director General’s Office
Agriculture and Food Agriculture
Tea House on 5th Floor
Naivasha Road, Off Ngong Road
Nairobi

All candidates are requested to note the following:

i) Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
ii) The Authority is an equal opportunity employer and committed to implementing the provisions of Chapter 232 (1) of the Constitution on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities, and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of
all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED, AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
iii) Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, and transcripts during interviews.
iv) It is a criminal offense to present fake certificates/documents