Jobs at Nairobi City County Public Service Board

Job Requirement

A person shall be qualified for appointment for this job if;

• They possess Bachelor of Law degree (LLB) from a recognized University.
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in good standing.
•  Must have served satisfactorily as an Advocate of the High Court for at least three (3) years.
•  They have demonstrated professional competence in work performance and results.
• They demonstrate the ability to work under pressure.
• They meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.

Job Description

• Interpreting the Constitution statutes and subsidiary legislation for the County Government department entities.
• Conducting research for legal and on behalf of County Government and its entities on various challenges encountered in the implementation of their legal mandate.
• Offering legal advice on legal issues affecting the County.
•  Preparation of legal opinions and briefs.

Job Requirement

A person shall be qualified to be appointed as the Director Legal Services if:

• That person holds a Bachelor of Law degree from a recognized University;
• Is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in good standing;
• Has at least 5 years’ continuous practice post admission to the bar;
• Meets the Requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Has at least three 3 years’ experience in a supervisory role;
•  Is an excellent researcher;
• Possesses a certificate in Senior Management Course from a recognized Institution.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

Job Description

• The primary objective of the office of the Director Legal Services will be to oversee the effective implementation of the functions of the directorate augment the capacity of the office of the County Attorney in carrying out its mandate under the office of the county attorney by providing legal support across all the ten (10) sectors in the Nairobi County Executive.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the County Attorney the Director Legal Services will be responsible for:

• Offering legal support to County Sectors, Departments and entities.
•  Being the liaison between the Office of the County Attorney and various County Sectors and department.
•  Representing the County Attorney in various County Sectors and departments.
• Facilitating expeditious legal support to County Sectors and Departments.
• Advising County Sectors on various legal issues touching on respective sectors.
• Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirement

• Possesses Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized university.
• Be an Advocate of the High Court of at least three years post admission experience.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
• Demonstrates strong communication and reporting skills.
• Possess excellent research skills.

Job Description

• Drafting Bills and subsidiary legislation for introduction to the County Assembly.
• Reviewing of policy documents.
• Participate in the preparation of the County Finance Bill.
• Preparing advisory opinions on the propriety or otherwise of County assembly bills for assent.
• Identifying strategic priority areas that require law reform within the County.
• Prepare Acts of the County Assembly and Subsidiary legislation for publication.
• Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirement

A person shall be qualified for appointment as Counsel if; –

• They possess Bachelor of Law degree (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• They are an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in good standing.
• Must have served satisfactorily as an Advocate of the High Court for at least four (4) years.
• They demonstrate professional competence in work performance and results.
• They possess excellent leadership skills, ability to work under pressure.
• They Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

Job Description

• Interpreting the Constitution statutes and subsidiary legislation for the County Government department entities.
• Conducting research for the County Government and its entities on various challenges encountered in the implementation of their legal mandate.
• Offering legal advice on legal issues affecting the County.
• Preparation of legal opinions
• Preparing legal briefs.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Description

• Interpreting the Constitution statutes and subsidiary legislation for the County Government department entities.
• Conducting research for the County Government and its entities on various challenges encountered in the implementation of their legal mandate.
• Coordinating capacity building on legal compliance for the County executive entities.
• Informing the County executive and its entities of any current legal developments in various fields.
• Conducting research on all legal matters including Contracts, Civil Litigation and Legislation to support other departments in the office of the County attorney in the execution of their mandate.

Job Requirement

• Possess Bachelor of Law degree (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in good standing.
• Must have served satisfactorily as an Advocate of the High Court for at least five (5) years post admission to the bar.
• Demonstrate Professional competence in work performance and results.
• Must possess excellent leadership skills, pressure, organizational skills, problem solving and supervisory skills.

Job Requirement

A person shall be qualified for appointment as Principal Counsel if; –

• They possess a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) from a recognized university.
•  Must have served satisfactorily as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya for at least five years.
• Must be a practicing Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in good standing.
• Demonstrate competence in Government transactions.
• Demonstrate understanding of public procurement.
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience in conveyancing (practice and procedure)
•  Meets the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.

Job Description

• Handling complex commercial transactions.
• Offering legal advice on Public Procurement and Public Private Partnerships to County Sectors and entities.
• Drafting contracts and agreements for and on behalf of county sectors.
• Witnessing the sealing and signing of agreements and contracts.
• Negotiating, vetting and interpreting agreements for and on behalf of the County Executive and its agency.

Job Requirement

• Possess a Bachelors of Laws degree from a recognized University.
• Be an Advocate of the High court of at least four (4) years.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
• Possesses a valid practicing certificate.

Job Description

• Advising, representing, and defending the county in matters of Litigation and ADR.
• Providing guidance on compliance with court orders, judgments, and decrees affecting the County.
• Preparation of briefs, opinions and legal instruments.
• Preparing affidavits/counter affidavits in Civil Proceedings by or affecting the County.
• Preparing and instituting matters in court on behalf of the County.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirement

For a person to be qualified for appointment as Director County Transactions they must meet the following requirement;

•  A Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized university.
• A minimum of five years post admission qualification.
• Holds a certificate in legislative drafting
• Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Demonstrate excellent Communication and reporting skills.
• Demonstrate excellent research skills
•  Ability to review legal documents on strict timelines.
• Proficiency in Computer Applications.

Job Description

• Drafting and reviewing bills and policies emanating from departments in the County Executive.
• Advising the County Executive on Legislative matters.
•  Assisting in developing, implementing and reviewing policies and procedures to ensure that they meet Constitutional and Statutory threshold.
• Reviewing County Government Legislation.
• Identifying strategic priority areas that require law reform within the County and undertaking activities in that regard.
• Drafting bills and subsidiary legislation for introduction to the assembly.
• Ensuring publication of laws and policies enacted by the County Assembly in the Kenya Gazette.

Job Requirement

For a person to qualify for appointment as senior legislative counsel, they must;

• Possess a Bachelors of Laws degree from a recognized University.
• Be an Advocate of the High court of at least four years.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, research and reporting skills.
• Demonstrates ability to review Legislative Instruments.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Demonstrates understanding and experience in legislative drafting.

Job Description

• Advising County Sectors on Legislative issues.
• Reviewing of policy documents to ensure that they confirm with the constitution and all statutory requirements
• Drafting bills and subsidiary legislations.
• Providing legislative advisory services to the County Government.
• Identifying strategic priority areas that require law reform within the County.
• Monitoring compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements.

Job Requirement

A person shall be qualified for appointment to the position of Counsel County Transactions if that person; –

• Holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized University.
•  Is a practicing Advocate of the High court of at least four years post admission experience.
• Holds a valid practicing certificate.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates professional competence in work performance and results.

Job Description

• Drafting County legal instruments.
• Offering legal advice to County Sectors on procurement matters.
• Drawing up conveyancing instruments on behalf of the County sectors and entities.
• Advising County sectors, departments and entities on procurement.
• Vetting contracts, agreements and land conveyance instruments for and on behalf of the County Government and its entities.
• Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirement

A person shall be qualified to be appointed as Principal Counsel Litigation and ADR if the person;

• Has satisfactorily served as an advocate of the High Court for at least five (5) years.
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Post-graduate Diploma from Kenya School of Government.
• Demonstrated Professional competence in work performance and results.
• Demonstrates excellent leadership skills, organization skills, ability to work under pressure.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Possesses a valid practicing certificate.

Job Description

• Offering Legal Advice on Legal matters affecting the County.
• Handling prosecution court to protect the County’s interests in matters filed by and against the County.
• Preparation of briefs, opinions and legal instruments.
• Preparing affidavits/counter affidavits in Civil Proceedings by or affecting the County.
• Preparing and instituting matters in court on behalf of the County
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirement
A person shall be qualified for appointment as Director Legislative Affairs if;

• That person holds a law degree from a recognized University.
• Has a minimum of five (5) years continuous practice post admission experience.
• Holds a valid practicing certificate.
• Demonstrates experience is Legislative Drafting
• Meets the requirements of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya 2010.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, organization, leadership, Legal drafting, research and reporting skills.
• Holds a Certificate in Legislative Drafting.
• Holds a Senior Management Certificate from a recognized institution.

Job Description

Job Objective

• The Primary objective of the office of the Director Legal Legislative Affairs will be to oversee the effective implementation of the functions of the Office of the County Attorney and argument the capacity of the office of the County Attorney in carrying out its mandate under the Office of the County Attorney, Act 2020. The director will ensure that the County Government is offered the relevant Legislative support.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the County Attorney, the Director Legislative affairs will be responsible for:

• Drafting of Bills and Subsidiary Legislation, for introduction to the County Assembly.
• Preparing Acts of the County Assembly and subsidiary Legislation for publication.
• Ensure Publication of Acts and subsidiary legislation enacted by the Nairobi County Assembly in the Kenya Gazette.
• Communicating legal advice to entities, sectors and departments upon receipt of drafting instructions.
• Participating in preparing the County Finance Bill.
• Advising the County Government and its entities on legislative affairs and other legal matter.
• revision of County Laws.
• Preparing advisory opinions on the propriety or otherwise of County Assembly Bills for assent.
• Monitoring and tracking bills before parliament and the County Assembly and bringing them to the attention of the County Attorney for review, legal advice or consideration as the case may be.
•  Attending the passage of bills in the County Assembly.

Job Requirement

A person shall be qualified to be appointed as the County Solicitor if that person;

• Has at least five years’ experience as an advocate of the high court of Kenya.
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Post-graduate Diploma from Kenya School of Government.
• Demonstrated professional competence in work performance and results.
• Meets the requirements of chapter 6 of the Constitution.
• Demonstrates leadership organizational skills, problem solving and supervisory skills.
• Must have served in a leadership position.

Job Description

Job Objective

• The County Solicitor shall be the Principal Assistant to the County Attorney in the execution of the functions of the County Attorney under the office of the County Attorney’s Act 2020 and any other written law.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the County Attorney, the County Solicitor shall be responsible for; –

• Assisting the County Attorney in the supervision of all staff working in the office of the County Attorney.
• Coordinating and ensuring representation of the County Executive in court or in any other legal proceedings to which the county executive is a party, other than criminal proceedings.
• Assisting the County Attorney in advising departments in the County Executive on legislative and other legal matters on behalf of the County Attorney.
• Assisting the County Attorney in the negotiation, drafting, vetting and interpretation of documents and agreements from and on behalf of the County Executive and its agencies through the county attorney.
• Assisting the County Attorney in revision of county laws.
• Shall be the accounting officer for the office of the County Attorney.
• Performing any other duties that may be allocated from time to time.

Job Requirement

A person shall be qualified for appointment to this position if;

• They Possess a Bachelor of laws (LLB) from a recognized University.
• Must have served satisfactorily as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya for at least five years post admission to the bar.
• Must be a practicing Advocate in the High Court of Kenya in good standing.
• Must demonstrate leadership problem solving and supervisory skills.
• Must demonstrate competence in Government transactions.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrate understanding of Public Procurement
• Demonstrate Knowledge of experience in conveyancing (practice and knowledge)

Job Description

• Providing legal advice on public procurement Public Private Partnership at the request of County Sections and entities.
• Drafting Contracts and agreements on behalf of Departments in the County executive and its entities.
• Negatively, vetting and interpreting agreements for and on behalf of the County executive and its agencies.
• Providing legal advice on all land transactions including the County Government.
• Witnessing all contracts and agreements.
• Providing transactional advice on the restricting of a County Government entities or agencies.
• Undertaking legal due diligence on contracts and partners for Private Public Partnership Projects and other capital-intensive infrastructure projects before their engagement by the County and its entities.
• Drawing Conveyancing instruments for and on behalf of the County Government and its entities.
• Advising the County Executive on property and land transaction matters.

Job Requirement

A person shall be qualified to be appointed as Director Civil Litigation and ADR if the person;

• Has served satisfactorily as an advocate of High Court for at least five (5) years.
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Post-graduate Diploma from Kenya School of Government.
• Have significant, wide- ranging litigation expertise, including a background in employment, land and Planning matters and public procurement.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional competence in work performance and results.
• Must demonstrate leadership skill and ability to work under pressure.

Job Description

Job Objective

• The primary objective of the office of the Director shall be to oversee the effective implementation of the functions of the directorate and augment the capacity of the office of the County Attorney in carrying out the mandate under the office of County Attorney Act 2020.
• The Director will ensure that the County Government is supported in all litigation and alternative dispute matters filed by and against the County.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the County Attorney the Director Civil Litigation will be responsible for:

• Conducting all Civil and Constitutional cases instituted by and against County Executive departments and/or entities.
• Vetting and reviewing all documents concerning cases filed or to be filed in Court or tribunals for or against the County.
• Preparing Counter Affidavits and/or affidavits in Civil Proceedings by or against the County or in proceedings where the County Government has interest.
• Preparing and instituting matters in court on behalf of the County.
• Supervising the conduct of Civil Matters handled by external Counsel on behalf of the County Government.
• Facilitating speedy settlement of Civil Claims.
• Conducting or supervising arbitration proceedings and other forms of Alternative Dispute resolutions on behalf of the County Government in arbitral bodies.

Job Requirement

A person shall be qualified for appointment as Chief Counsel Legislative Affairs if the person;

• Holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized university
• Is an advocate of the high court of Kenya of at least 5 years post admission experience.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and reporting skills
• Demonstrates excellent research skills.
• Possesses a Certificate in Legislative Drafting
• Demonstrates experience in Legislative Drafting.

Job Description

• Initiating and coordinating research on emerging legal issues that inform policy formulation and review.
• Drafting legislative proposals for the County Government.
• Drafting and reviewing bills and policies emanating from the County Executive.
• Providing legal advice and opinions on legislative matters.
• Assisting in developing, and reviewing policies and procedures to ensure that they are in tandem with the existing legislation.
• Preparing statutes for revision and publication of annual supplements.

Job Requirement

For a person to qualify for appointment as director County transaction they must meet the following requirements;

• Hold Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.
• Must have served satisfactorily as an Advocate of High Court of Kenya for at least five (5) years.
• Must be a practicing Advocate in the High Court of Kenya in good standing.
• Must demonstrate excellent leadership organizational problem solving and supervisory skills.
• Possess a certificate in Senior Management Course from Kenya School of Government or any other recognized institution.
• Demonstrate excellent negotiation and analytical skills.
• Meets the requirement of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Demonstrate a proper understanding of public procurement laws.
• Demonstrate Discretion and an understanding of confidentiality.
• Demonstrate experience and knowledge of government transactions.

Job Description

The primary objective of the office of the director will be to oversee effective implementation of the functions of the directorate and augment the capacity of office of the County Attorney in carrying out the mandate under the office of the County Attorney Act 2020

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing legal advice on Public Procurement, Public Private Partnerships and procurement Contracts at the request of County Sectors, Departments and Entities.
• Drafting contracts on behalf of the County and its entities.
• Offering legal advice and opinions on various legal issues. This will involve drafting, vetting, negotiating or interpreting Agreements (including MOUs) before they are signed by County Executives.
• Providing legal advice on all land transactions involving the County Government.
• Witnessing all Contracts, Agreements and County Legal Conveyancing documents signed by and on behalf of the County Government.
• Providing transactional legal advice on the restructuring of County Government entities or agencies in which the County has interest.
• Undertaking legal due diligence on contractors and partners for PPP projects and other capital intensive infrastructure projects before their engagement by the County and its entities.
• Providing Commercial and Transaction legal advice to the County Executive and its entities to ensure that all County Government transactions are undertaken in strict compliance with the law and various policy directives that are in place.

Job Requirement

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized University.
• Must be a practicing Advocate in the High Court of at least four years post administration experience.
• Demonstrate basic understanding of Public Procurement Laws.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication and reporting skills
• Must possess Advanced Computer application and skills
• Must demonstrate knowledge and experience in conveyancing (practice and procedure).
• Meet the requirements of chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.

Job Description

• Handling County transactions.
• Offering legal advice on procurement matters.
• Drafting Contracts and agreements
• Preparations of legal opinions and legal instruments/documents.
• Vetting legal documents including contracts, Memorandum of Understanding, consents and Leases.
• Drawing conveyancing instruments on behalf of the County entities and sectors.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirement

• Must be an Advocate of High Court of Kenya with at least three (3) years post admission experience.
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Post-graduate Diploma from Kenya School of Government.
• Demonstrated professional competence in work performance and results.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
•  Holds a valid practicing certificate.

Job Description

• Preparing and instituting matters in court on behalf of the County
• Offering legal advice on legal matters affecting the County.
• Preparing affidavits and counter affidavits in civil proceedings by or against the county or in proceedings where the County has interest.
• Attending court to protect the County’s interests in matters filed against the County.
• Preparation of legal briefs, opinions and legal instruments.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirement

• Possesses Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized university.
• Be an Advocate of the High Court of at least three (3) years post admission experience.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
• Demonstrates strong communication and reporting skills.

Job Description

• Providing legal support to County sectors and departments.
• Preparing detailed legal reports for the Chief Counsel and Director of Legal Services.
• Facilitating legal compliance across various County sectors.
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the Chief Counsel or Director of Legal Services.

Job Requirement

• Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in law from a recognized university;
• Is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in good standing;
• Has at least five (5) years continuous practice post admission to the bar;
• Holds a valid practicing certificate;
• Meets the Requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Demonstrates excellent communication and reporting skills;

Job Description

• Providing legal support to respective County Sectors.
• Making periodic reports to the Director on legal issues affecting respective County Sector.
• Performing legal and regulatory risk analysis to enhance decision making and statutory intervention.
• Procuring instructions and witnesses in matters pending before court.
• Reviewing the contents of pleadings in matters affecting respective sectors
• Advising County Sectors on various legal issues touch.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirement

• They possess Bachelor of laws degree (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Must be an Advocate of the High court of Kenya in good standing.
• Must have served satisfactorily as an Advocate of the High Court for at least five (5) years post admission to the bar.
• Must demonstrate leadership skills, organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Must demonstrate excellent problem solving and supervisory skills.
• Have significant, wide ranging legal research experience and expertise.
• Demonstrate Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrates Professional competence in work performance and results.
• Possess a certificate in a Senior Management Course from a recognized institution.

Job Description

The primary objective of the office of the Director Legal Research and Compliance will be to oversee the effective implementation of the function of the Directorate and augment. The capacity of the office of the County Attorney in carrying out the mandate under the office of the County Attorney’s Act 2020.

• Reporting to the County Attorney. The Director legal research and compliance shall be responsible for; –
• Interpreting the Constitution Statutes and subsidiary legislation for the County Government departments entities.
• Conducting research for the County Government and its entities on various challenges encountered in the implementation of their legal mandate.
• Coordinating capacity building on legal compliance for the County Executive entities.
• Informing the County Executive and its entities of any current legal developments in various fields.
• Conducting research on all legal matters including Contracts, Civil Litigation and Legislation to support other Departments in the office of the County Attorney in the execution of their mandate.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirement

• They possess a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in good standing.
• Must have served satisfactorily as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya for at least five (5) years post admission to the bar.
• Demonstrated Professional competence in work performance and results.
• Must possess excellent leadership skills, ability to work under pressure.
• Must demonstrate excellent organizational problem solving and supervisory skills.

Job Description

• Interpreting the Constitution statutes and subsidiary legislation for the County Government departments entities.
• Conducting research for the County Government and it’s entities on various challenges encountered in the implementation of their legal mandate.
• Coordinating capacity building on legal compliance for the County Executive entities.
• Informing the County Executive and its entities of any current legal developments in various fields.
• Conducting research on all legal matters including Contracts, Civil Litigation and Legislation to support other departments in the office of the County Attorney in the execution of their mandate.
• Assisting in the charging and Prosecution of offenders at the City Court.

Job Requirement

• Has served satisfactorily as an advocate of High Court of Kenya for at least five (5) years.
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognized institution.
• Post-graduate Diploma from Kenya School of Government.
• Demonstrated Professional competence in work Performance and results.
• Must demonstrate leadership skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Possess a valid practicing certificate.

Job Description

• Assist the Director in the implementation of the functions of the directorate
• Liaising with County Sectors and departments on Litigation matters.
• liaising with above sectors especially on offering instructions and witnesses.
• Preparing and instituting matters in court on behalf of the County
• Handling court matters on behalf of the County
• Ensuring that the Civil registry is well organized and records are updated.
• Perform any other duties that might be assigned from time to time.