Principal Legal Counsel at Samburu County Government

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Shall assist in drafting and publication of legislative proposals for the County Government and its agencies on legislative and other Legal matters;
Shall assist in negotiating, drafting, vetting and interpreting local and international treaties for and on behalf of the County Government and its Agencies;
Shall assist in representing the county government in Court in all legal proceedings arising from County legislation or any other legislation to which the County Government is party or has interest, other than criminal proceedings;
Shall assist in handling Public interest in litigation and represent any member of the Public in matters as defined by the Office of the County Attorney Act, Act No. 4 of 2020
Shall assist in conjunction with the Director of Public Prosecutions, prosecute offences resulting from the county legislations in any court (other than Court Martials)
Shall assist in advising the County Government on all matters relating to the Constitution, National Legislation, County Legislations, International Law, Human Rights, Consumer Protection And Legal Aid.
Any other function as delegated by the Assistant Director Legal Services.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

Be a Kenyan Citizen.
Hold a bachelor’s degree in law from a recognized Institution.
Holds a Post Graduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law.
Must be/have been admitted as an advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing License.
Membership in good standing of the Law Society of Kenya.
At least three(3) years of relevant Professional experience and

All applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side and submitted in any of the following ways:-

Posted applications should be addressed to:

Secretary/CEO,

Samburu County Public Service Board,
P.O Box 3-20600,

MARALAL.

Hand Delivery applications should be delivered to the Secretary, Samburu County Public Service Board Offices during working hours (8.00am -5.00pm)

Applications should be submitted to the undersigned by the close of business on or 14th February,2025

Only shortlisted and successful Candidates will be contacted.

Samburu County Government is an equal opportunity Employer committed to values of inclusion and seeks diverse workforce. We as with disabilities and the Youth are encouraged to apply.

CS. Daniel Moss Lentiyo, Secretary/CEO,

Samburu County Public Service Board.