Job Description
Purpose of the job
• Responsible for the implementation of policy and strategy related to Legal Research as well as offering team leadership in Legal Research functions.
Tasks and outputs:
• Participate in the formulation and ensure implementation of strategies for the Legal Research Unit.
• Participate in the preparation of the Section’s work plan and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with agreed systems and procedures to enhance efficient and effective prevention and execution of business risks.
• Manage the Legal Research and Opinion functions.
• Manage the preparation of the Section’s work plan and budgets.
• Review and advise Management and the Board on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
• Manage research and review of legislation and advise the Board, Management and the relevant Departments on changes in Law.
• Manage stakeholder engagements (ICPSK, IOD, SCAC, AG, and Lands Registries).
• Manage legal research function and provide legal opinions/summaries on changes in the law.
• Organize staff sensitizations on various laws affecting their business.
• Spearhead the review of revenue laws/legislative amendments.
• Organise and participate in stakeholder engagements.
• Promote career and continuous professional development of staff in the Section.
• Manage the general performance of staff in the Section.
Skills required:
Minimum qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB).
• A Post graduate diploma in Law.
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Possess a valid Practicing Certificate (LSK).
• Computer literate.
• Management and Governance courses.
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline will be an added advantage.
Minimum years of experience
• 5 years post admission experience in legal practice and legal advisory in tax matters, 2 of which should be in a middle level management position in a comparable organization.
Competencies required for this role
• Strong administrative, managerial and leadership skills
• Excellent decision making skills and capabilities
• Excellent planning , organizational and analytical skills
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
Note:
1. All applications from interested and qualified candidates must be submitted online via the process below.
2. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
3. All applications should be submitted online by 12th January 2022.
4. KRA is an equal opportunity employer committed to gender and disability mainstreaming. Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply.
5. KRA does not charge for application, processing, interviewing or any other fee in connection with our recruitment process.