Legal Services Manager


Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the officer will provide guidance on film industry legislation and policy framework for optimum development of the Kenyan film industry
Job Profile:
  • Formulation and implementation of a Corporate Legal Policy to ensure that the Commission complies with all applicable statutory requirements and related codes of regulations;
  • Facilitate review of the existing film laws for the growth of the film industry;
  • Guide the stakeholders on the application of the film laws;
  • Developing legal agreements such as film funding agreements between the Commission and its partners and stakeholders;
  • Advising on film co-production treaties and other legal issues;
  • Representing the Commission in all legal related forums;
  • Advising the Commission on all legal matters;
  • Taking Board minutes as and when required
  • Any other duty as may be assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.

Person’s Profile:

  The ideal candidate should possess the following:

  • Bachelor degree in law from a recognized institution
  • Advocate of the High Court with current practicing certificate
  • Masters degree in Laws preferably in Entertainment law or Copyright Law, social sciences or business is an added advantage
  • A CPS (K) or equivalent
  • Over 5 years experience 2 of which should be in a senior position in a busy organization, government department or law firm
  • Proficiency in computer application packages

An attractive remunerative package commensurate to the qualifications, experience and responsibilities of the individual will be negotiated with the successful candidates.

If convinced you are the right candidate, please send your application and a detailed CV with two (2) referees indicating your current position and remuneration, e-mail and day-time telephone contact, including copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials, to reach the undersigned on or before 5th May 2010.


The Chairman, Board of Directors
Kenya Film Commission
2nd Flr, Jumuia Place II, Lenana Road
Kilimani.
P. O. Box 76417-00508, Nairobi, Kenya