Job Purpose:

The purpose of the job is to offer Secretariat Services to the Board and to provide legal services to the Placement Service. The role provides overall strategic and visionary leadership and guidance to KUCCPS to ensure adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements to support the Board and management in maintaining high standards of corporate governance.

Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks I. Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership in the development of the Institution’s legal and regulatory framework and the development of laws and regulations that guide the design, development, Governance and infrastructure at the Institution;
• Oversees the formulation, implementation and review of the Institution’s legal strategies, guidelines and the development of relevant legislations, regulations, by-laws and policies based on international standards to safeguard the interest of the Institution.
• Oversees Board Secretarial Services, the preparation of the Board Papers and implementation of the Board Resolutions in compliance with the Mwongozo Code of Governance for State Corporations;
• Leads negotiations with government entities, local and international contractors, consultants, partners and investors on legal issues regarding projects and collaborations at KUCCPS to ensure compliance with the law and insulation of the Institution from exposure to legal risks
• Leads the development of strategies for dispute management, oversees disputes resolution and litigation management including international arbitration of disputes with international contractors/consultants;
• Provide legal advisory to Management on all areas of the business including but not limited to potential legal risk to the business, exercise of independent legal judgment, contracts, disputes resolution, compliance, procurement, regulatory and employment and labour relations for informed decision making, compliance and protection of institutional reputation;
• Leads the department in planning and directing resources to achieve departmental targets and objectives;
• Oversees the development and implementation of the departmental work plan and budget in line with the overall strategic objectives and government performance contract; and
• Leads, coaches and mentors the team by creating an environment that promotes creativity,
• innovations and maximises the potential of the team;
• Designs sound risk management and good internal control systems;
• Oversees development of effective management structure for Department including succession management plans;
• Upholds integrity and professionalism in the performance of the Institution’s functions;
• Promotes a conducive work environment that can attract, retain and motivate employees; and
• Liaises with regional and international partners for the purposes of assessing best practices in legal services sector matters.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Secretary to the Board;
• Provide secretariat services to the Board, including coordinating Board meetings, preparing and distributing agendas, briefing documents, and minutes, as well as ensuring that all Board decisions and actions are properly documented and communicated;
• Coordinate Board activities such as board induction and training, board work plans, board evaluation, governance audit and implementation of the code of conduct and Ethics;
• Custodian of title deeds, log books, contracts and other instruments for safe keeping and accountability in usage and movement;
• Ensure the timely preparation and circulation of Board and Committee papers and take and keep board and committee minutes;
• Advise on the fixing of common seal outside registration; and provide legal guidance on contractual and statutory obligations binding to the Institution and legal duties for the Board.
• Oversees daily operations of the Department for efficient and effective service delivery;
• Conducts performance appraisals for direct reportees;
• Liaises with the Attorney General on all legal matters concerning the Institution;
• Ensures that intellectual property issues affecting the Institution are effectively managed;
• Foster conducive corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good governance in line with the Constitution

Minimum Job Qualifications

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills). Academic qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognised institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, or equivalent qualifications from a recognised institution;
• Post-Graduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law

Professional Qualifications / Membership

• Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid Practicing Certificate;
• Registered as a member of the Law Society of Kenya and in good standing;
• Certified Public Secretary (K) or its equivalent qualification from a recognised institution;
• Management course certificate lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognised institution.

Previous Relevant Work ExperienceServed for a cumulative period of fifteen (15) years of relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been in a management position.Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills)Functional Skills & Competencies

• Leadership skills
• Ability to analyse complex legal issues
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent legal drafting skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Proficiency in contract negotiations
• Effective dispute resolution
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Expertise in risk management

How to Apply

Applications MUST be submitted online through the Placement Service Careers Portal careers.kuccps.net . Interested applicants are required to create their profiles, duly fill out the online application form, and attach copies of their CVs, academic certificates, and testimonials before submitting their applications.

Disclaimer

SUCCESSFUL candidates will be expected to fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by providing: Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations; a Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board; a Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority; Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and a Report from an Approved Credit Reference Bureau. The Placement Service is an equal-opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities, women, and applicants from marginalized regions are encouraged to apply. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.