Vihiga County Public Service Board is a Body corporate established under section 57 of the County Government Act 2012 pursuant to Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Section 59 of the County Government Act 2012 outlines the functions of the Board. Pursuant to Constitutional and Legal provisions, Vihiga County Public Service Board invites applications from qualified persons for the following positions.
OFFICE OF THE COUNTY ATTORNEY
County Legal Counsel
Job Group N (3 Posts)
Roles and Responsibilities
- Advising
on legal policy issues and legal documents
- Reviewing
legal documents
- Representing
the county Government
(the Executive and its
agencies/ entities) in court.
- Assist
in preparing contracts documents and initiating contracts negotiations
- Provide
technical support to the County Department
- Provide
legal audit services to ensure compliance with County and National
legislations as well as the constitution
- Analyzing
research data and compiling reports
- Preparing
legal opinions and undertaking law
- Legislative
drafting, interpretation and advisory
on county legislation
- Handle
pro-bono cases and
facilitate public participation
as directed by the county
- Perform
any other duties that may be assigned by the County
Qualifications
- Have
a bachelor’s of law degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
- Have
been admitted as an advocate of the High court of Kenya;
- Membership
to law society of Kenya or any equivalent professional body;
- Knowledge
of civil and criminal court procedures;
- Have
at least three (3) years’ experience;
- Be
in possession of a valid practicing certificate;
- Show
merit and ability as reflected in work performance
and results;
- Be
proficient in computer applications
- Be
a team player and work well under minimum
- Meet
requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya
Salary Scale: The salary, allowances and other benefits attached to these
positions will be as determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission and
other recognized CBAs as applicable.
Terms of Service: All the above posts shall be on
a three (3) year contract term renewable based on satisfactory performance.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their
application with copies of their National Identity/passport, Academic &
Professional certificates and current Chapter Six compliance certificates to
the undersigned on or before 30th day of November, 2022.
Canvassing will lead to
automatic disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
SECRETARY/CEO VIHIGA COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD P.O
BOX 880-50300
MARAGOLI.
