The National Legal Aid Service (NLAS) is seeking to recruit qualified individuals for the position of Legal Aid Clerk III (4 Posts). NLAS is a state agency established under the Legal Aid Act 2016 to offer legal aid services to vulnerable, marginalized, and indigent persons in Kenya. This role involves carrying out clerical and administrative duties within the legal registry to support efficient service delivery.
Job Reference Number
NLAS/LClll/9/3/2026/28
Duties and Responsibilities
Filing Contracts and court documents.
Serving legal documents to clients and other stakeholders.
Maintaining an up-to-date court file registry to ensure the safe custody of the files.
Responding to inquiries regarding specific cases.
Bringing up files to the relevant officer for briefing and action.
Preparing accurate quarterly reports on cases where actions have been taken.
Receiving, compiling, and organizing information for the preparation of pleadings with necessary annexures.
Maintaining and updating the court case diary.
Requirements for Appointment
Have a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C plain.
Have a Diploma in legal studies from a recognized institution.
Certificate in Records management.
Certificate in Computer Application skills.
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya (Clearance from EACC, KRA Tax Compliance, DCI Certificate of Good Conduct, CRB Clearance, and HELB Clearance).
Remuneration and Terms of Service
Salary Scale: Ksh. 41,705 - Ksh. 57,933 per month (Ksh. 41,705 x 2,318 – 44,023 x 2,318 – 46,341 x 2,318 – 48,659 x 2,318 – 50,977 x 2,318 – 53,295 x 2,318 – 55,613 x 2,320 – 57,933 p.m.)
Terms of Service: Three (3) years contract basis, renewable once.
How to Apply
All applications should be submitted ONLINE by sending an email to recruitment@nlas.go.ke on or before 14th August 2026 at 5:00pm Kenyan time.
Interested candidates who meet the minimum criteria are requested to submit applications enclosing copies of the following documents:
National Identity card
Certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates
Any supporting documents and testimonials
Detailed Curriculum Vitae with three Referees
The application letter quoting the specific position and reference number (NLAS/LClll/9/3/2026/28) should be addressed to:
Chief Executive Officer,National Legal Aid Service,P.O Box 45597-00100Nairobi
Please note that HARD COPY APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
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