Government Job Vacancies - Kenya Copyright Board (Legal)

The Kenya Copyright Board is a State Corporation within the Office of the Attorney General and Department of Justice whose mandate is to administer and enforce copyright and related rights.

The Board is looking for suitable candidates to fill the following positions:

Legal Counsel I 

Ref: L1/2014

KECOBO 7
 
Gross Salary Range: Minimum scale of KES 108,000 to Maximum scale of KES 120,221
 
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Prosecute copyright infringement cases;
  • Provide counsel to artists and CMOs on management of copyright and related rights;
  • Carry out training for rights holders, users, and enforcement agencies;
  • Vetting of copyright applications;
  • Carry out relevant research on copyright protection;
  • Preparation of session papers and participation in awareness creation and outreach activities;
  • Represent the Board in litigation and conduct mediation.
Qualification Requirements:
  • Law degree from a recognized university;
  • Must be an Advocate of the High Court with at least 3 years experience;
  • Current practicing certificate with no past or pending criminal matter;
  • Demonstrate general knowledge and understanding of Intellectual Property law.
Key Competencies:
  • Demonstrate high degree of technical and professional competence in legal work performance;
  • Research and publication;
  • ICT proficiency
Legal Counsel II 
Ref: L2/2014
KECOBO 6
 
Gross Salary Range: Minimum scale of KES 91,000 to Maximum scale of KES 100,000
 
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Vetting of applications for copyright registration
  • Attending to public inquiries on copyright protection
  • Prosecution of copyright cases
  • Carry out training for rights holders, users, and enforcement agencies;
  • Carry out relevant research on copyright protection;
  • Participation in awareness creation and outreach activities;
  • Preparation of session papers
  • Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time by Head of Legal Department and senior legal counsel
Qualification Requirements:
  • Law degree from a recognized university;
  • Must be an Advocate of the High Court with at least 1 year experience;
  • Current practicing certificate with no past or pending criminal matter;
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of Intellectual Property law will be an added advantage.
Key Competencies:
  • Demonstrate professional competence in legal work performance;
  • ICT proficiency
How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may send their applications including cover letter with expected salary, duly completed application for employment form (CLICK HERE to Download from our website), CV, two references, daytime telephone contacts and copies of relevant certificates/testimonials to: Email: info@copyright.go.ke or drop at NHIF building, 5th Floor, Ragati road
 
OR
 
The executive Director
Kenya Copyright Board
P.O. Box 34670 - 00100
Nairobi

Note:
  • Applicants who applied earlier or participated in the interviews are advised not to re-apply for the position of Legal Counsel I KECOBO 7
  • Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
  • Applicants are advised to note that the vacancy is for one (1) year renewable contract.
Those who applied before need not re-apply.

Closing date for applications is 04.03.2015.


Qualified persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.