Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, May 31, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Duties and responsibilities: -
The County Attorney shall:
• Be the principal legal adviser to the county government;
• Attend the meetings of the county executive committee as an ex-officio member of the Executive committee;
• On the instructions of the county government, represent the county executive in Court or in any other legal proceedings to which the county executive is a party, other than criminal proceedings;
• Advise departments in the county executive on legislative and other legal matters;
• Negotiate, draft, vet and interpret documents and agreements for and on behalf of the county executive and its agencies;
• Be responsible for the revision of county laws;
• Liaise with the Office of the Attorney - General when need arises; and
• Perform any other function as may be necessary for effective discharge of the duties and responsibilities in exercise of the powers as the County Attorney.

Requirements for appointment: -
• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Be a holder of LLB degree from a reputable and recognized university;
• Have a postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Kenya School of Law and be admitted as an advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current PracticingCertificate;
• Master’s degree from a reputable University will be an added advantage;
• Be a member of Law Society of Kenya in good standing;
• Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya of at least five (5) years standing;
• Meets the requirements of leadership and integrity set out in Chapter six of Constitution of Kenya;

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Qualified and interested candidates should download and duly fill a job application form provided on our website: www.tanariver.go.ke/vacancies attach and submit their applications with updated CV, a copy of National Identity Card, copies of academic and professional certificates, names and contacts of three (3) referees, and other relevant testimonials to:
The Board Secretary/CEO
County Public Service Board of Tana River
P.O. Box 181 – 70101
HOLA

All applications clearly specifying the position applied for on the top left side of the envelope should be received on or before 10th June, 2022.
All applicants MUST comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.
Kindly note that only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
Any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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