Kenya Medical Research Institute(KEMRI)

Legal Officer - Nairobi

Published:KMR 06
  • Advertised Date: 06/24/2022
  • Closing Date: 07/14/2022 17:00:00
  • Applications: 161

Job Description

This will be the entry and training grade for these legal officers. An officer at this level will work under direct supervision of a senior officer.

Key Responsibilities:

  • i.Reviewing and verifying documentation vis-à-vis historical information contained in individual case files;
  • ii.Obtaining information required on case files and communicating to the supervisor;
  • iii.Identifying legal and compliance risks;
  • iv.Compiling contract documentation for preparation and related documents for the Institute
  • v.Drafting of legal opinions;
  • vi.Undertaking such assignments as may be assigned by immediate supervisor;

Vacancy Requirements:

# Description. Requirement Type
1 Bachelor of Law degree from a recognized institution; Mandatory
2 Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education; Mandatory
3 Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court; Mandatory
4 Valid practicing certificate; Mandatory
5 Proficiency in computer application; and Mandatory
6 Strong communication and reporting skills Added Advantage
7 Interpersonal and negotiation skills Added Advantage
8 Integrity Added Advantage
9 Team player Added Advantage
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Job Type

Permanent

Salary

0

No. of Vacancies

1

Job Grade

KMR 06

Location


Address:P.O. BOX 54840-00200

Phone No:+254(020)2722541,011990227

City:NAIROBI

Post Code:

Email Address:d365@kemri.go.ke

Our Vission:To be a Leading Centre of Excellence in Research for Human Health

Our Mission:To improve Human Health and Quality of Life 9through Research,Capacity,Building,Innovation and Service Delivery

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