The KISM Council is seeking to recruit a hands-on, dynamic, knowledgeable and performance-oriented person to fill the position of LEGAL OFFICER, JOB GRADE KISM 6.
The Kenya Institute of Supplies Management is a corporate body established through an Act of Parliament, the “Supplies Practitioners Management Act (SPMA), 2007”. KISM is mandated to make provision for the training, registration and licensing of supplies practitioners; to regulate their practice and for connected purposes. The Institute serves as the National body for Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals in the private and public sectors in Kenya.
| Directorate |
Corporation Secretary & Legal Services |
| Reporting to |
Corporation Secretary & Director, Legal Services |
JOB SUMMARY
The Legal Officer will assist on all legal matters, development of regulations, establishing dispute resolution mechanisms and offering in-house legal services for efficient implementation of the Institute’s mandate.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Preparing and reviewing legal documents/instruments
- Preparing legal opinions and legal briefs
- Drafting legal documents, leases and contracts
- Undertaking research on specific legal areas
- Ensuring compliance with statutory and other legal requirements
- Representing the Institute in litigation and other legal matters
- Safeguarding the interest of the Institute in all legal matters
- Liaising with the Office of the Attorney General on legal matters
- Ensuring safe custody of the Institute’s legal documents and records
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree from a recognized institution
- Post Graduate Diploma in Law
- Current legal practising certificate
- Proficiency in computer applications
- Meet the expectations of Chapter Six on Leadership and Integrity
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Communication skills
- Time and priority management
- Customer service focus
- Problem solving skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Innovative and creative thinking
- Organization skills