Job Description
Purpose of the job
• Responsible for the implementation of policy and strategy related to Conveyancing as well as offering team leadership in Conveyancing functions.
Tasks and outputs:
• Participate in the formulation and ensure implementation of strategies for the Conveyancing Unit.
• Supervise searches at various land and companies registries.
• Participate in preparation of the unit’s budget and work plan.
• Facilitate implementation of the work plans for the following corporate initiatives in the section/unit; Audit, Integrity, QMS and Risk Management.
• Negotiate commercial, corporate and conveyancing transactions on behalf of the Authority.
• Monitor contract timelines and update user department on expiry of the same.
• 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.
• Review and advise Management and the Board on legal implications of internal policies and procedures.
• Arrange and participate in stakeholder engagements (ICPSK, IOD, SCAC, AG, and Lands Registries).
• Promote career and continuous professional development of staff in the Section.
• Manage the general performance of staff in the respective teams.
• Drive initiatives to improve ethics, culture and facilitate change management in the section/unit
• Maintain records of sealed legal instruments.
• Review and vetting of legal instruments.
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 commercial law and conveyancing practice, 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.