Assistant Director Legal Services

ADVERT NO. 7/2026 Duties and responsibilities Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: - Representing the Commission in courts and tribunals; Providing input in the development and implementation of the divisional targets and work plans; Reviewing monthly, quarterly and annual litigation reports; Preparing advisories on compliance with relevant statutory requirements; Coordinating, preparing and reviewing legal instruments; Advising the Commission on outcome of Court cases and compliance thereof; Ensuring the Commission’s compliance to statutory and contractual obligations; Rendering legal opinions and advisories; Undertaking sensitization on legal issues; Undertaking legal compliance audit; and Supervising and guiding employees for optimum performance. Requirements for Appointment For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: Served in the grade of Principal Officer-Legal for a minimum period of three (3) years; OR Five (5) years’ experience in a comparable position; Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB) from a recognized institution; Postgraduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law; Membership of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing; Master’s degree from a recognized Institution is an added advantage; Valid Advocates’ Practicing Certificate; Certificate in Senior Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results. The terms and remuneration benefits for this Grade: Basic Salary Scale: Kshs.137,460 – Kshs.167,098 House Allowance: Applicable rates Commuter Allowance: Kshs.12,000 Leave Allowance: As provided in TSC Secretariat Annual Leave: 30 working days per calendar year Medical Cover: As provided in the TSC Secretariat Medical Scheme Terms of Service: Five (5) years contract renewable once subject to satisfactory performance. go to method of application »