County Solicitor

The County Solicitor will serve as the Principal Assistant of the County Attorney in the execution of the functions of the office of the County Attorney. The successful candidate will assist in managing technical units, coordinating legal functions, overseeing litigation, and advising on legal instruments and legislative drafting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as the Principal Assistant of the County Attorney in the execution of the functions of the office.
• Undertake complex litigation or ADR matters for the county government as directed by the County Attorney.
• Assist the County Attorney in coordinating and managing all technical units in the office.
• Assist the County Attorney in organizing, coordinating, and managing administrative and legal functions of the Office.
• Implement and realize strategic plans and objectives regarding the legal function.
• Oversee the conduct of litigation and ADR on behalf of the County Government.
• Monitor and advise on potential litigation and efficient resolution of disputes involving the County Government.
• Diligently execute the functions and exercise the authority provided for in the County Attorney’s Act.
• Review office reports and ensure efficient record management and record keeping.
• Review legal instruments including contracts, lease agreements, and memorandum of understanding between the county government and its collaborators.
• Handle legislative drafting and policy development in consultation with departments for efficient running of county government.
• Articulate the County Attorney’s position in meetings, seminars, negotiations, and conventions.
• Coordinate and supervise training and development of staff and attachment of candidates for pupillage in the office.
• Ensure compliance with principles and values of good governance, human rights, transparency, accountability, ethics, and integrity.
• Monitor the performance of external counsel representing the county government.
• Undertake any other duties as may be delegated by the County Attorney.

Requirements and Competencies for Appointment

• Must be a Kenyan Citizen (Attach ID).
• Possess KCPE and KCSE Certificates (Attach certificates).
• Hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized University.
• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya for not less than five (5) years post-admission and in possession of a current practicing certificate.
• Have knowledge in records of relevant laws and professional standards.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
• Hold a Certificate in Senior Management Course from Kenya School of Government.
• A Master’s degree in Law, Management, or a Social Science will be an added advantage.