Job Description
ROLE SUMMARY
The successful candidate shall report directly to the Chairperson of the Council and will
be responsible for providing strategic leadership in the management of the Council to
ensure the execution of the Council’s mandate. The job holder shall be in charge of the
day-to-day management of the affairs of the Council and may perform such other duties
as may be assigned by the Council from time to time.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Be the Administrative head and Accounting Officer of the Council, manage and
plan for the efficient use of Council resources;
ii. Administer the day-to-day operations of the Council;
iii. Develop and recommend to the Council the annual business plans for the
institution;
iv. Ensure that the Institution has an effective management structure including
succession plans;
v. Ensure that Board papers are accurately written, are relevant and availed to the
Council members in good time;
vi. Serve as a link between the Council and the management;
vii. Provide leadership to senior management and staff;
viii. Oversee the implementation of the Council’s decisions in an effective, efficient,
result oriented and timely manner;
ix. Be responsible for the achievement of the objectives of the institution;
x. Maintain good order of the Council and ensure compliance with Statutes and
Regulations;
xi. Put in place effective administrative structures, processes and systems;
xii. Provide regular, thorough and prompt communication to the Council on key
technical, financial and administrative matters;
xiii. Comply with financial reporting requirements;
xiv. Oversee the preparation of budgets and establish proper internal controls;
xv. Manage Councils’ risk profile;
xvi. Ensure the development and efficient management of Human Resources;
xvii. Foster local and international partnerships with institutions of higher learning,
research and other agencies;
xviii. Mobilize financial and other resources;
xix. Be responsible for stakeholder management and enhancement of the corporate
image of the institution; and
xx. Perform other duties as the Council may assign, from time to time.
REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
i. Bachelors degree in Law from a recognized institution;
ii. Masters degree in Law from a recognized institution;
iii. Be admitted as an Advocate of Kenya and in good standing;
iv. Membership in good standing to the Law Society of Kenya;
v. At least Fifteen (15) years’ cumulative relevant work experience, five (5) of
which should be in a senior management position;
vi. Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized
institution;
vii. Proficiency in computer applications; and
viii. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
KEY COMPETENCIES
i. Strategic and innovative thinking.
ii. Demonstrated results of work performance.
iii. Emotional intelligence.
iv. Organizational, analytical, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills.
v. Demonstrate understanding of corporate governance and management.
vi. A visionary and result-oriented thinker.
TERMS OF SERVICE AND REMUNERATION
The Secretary / Chief Executive Officer shall report to the Council of CLE and shall hold
the office for a term of three (3) years. Such term shall terminate upon expiry of the
contract or attainment of the statutory age of 60 years whichever is earlier. The CEO
shall be eligible for one further term of three (3) years subject to satisfactory
performance.
SALARY SCALE
BASIC PAY: 440,000 x 31,680 - 471,680 x 31,680 - 503,360 x 31,680 - 535,040 x 31,680 -
566,720 x 31,680 - 598,400 per month.
House Allowance: Kshs.80, 000.