Legal Officer at Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR)

Job Description

REF: KNCHR/ADM/LO/02/2025- Open

Reports to: Deputy Director, Legal Services

Duration: Permanent and Pensionable Gross Salary: 100,250.00

Other Benefits: Medical cover, Group Life Insurance and WIBA

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for offering support to the Legal Services Division with regard to provision of legal services to the Commission.

Key Responsibilities

Drafting and filing pleadings, witness statements and other documents for use in court.
Drafting relevant legal opinions.
Drafting contracts and agreements.
Undertaking legal research, and drafting legal briefs and court documents.
Attending court on behalf of the Commission.
Preparing activity reports.

Skills, Experience and Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university and a Post graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
1 years of service in a comparable position from a reputable organization
Conversant and understanding of human rights principles
Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate
Excellent communication (written and oral), interpersonal and negotiation skills
Ability to work under pressure
Computer literacy
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya