Good Neighbors Kenya is seeking a qualified and experienced Legal Officer to coordinate legal issues internally and externally. The Legal Officer will work closely with the Human Resource Department to provide counsel on employment matters, review policies, manage external counsel, conduct legal research, and ensure full compliance with applicable laws.
Key Responsibilities
Work with Human Resource Department to coordinate all legal issues for the organization internally and externally.
Provide counsel to and work closely with human resources on a broad range of employment matters, including recruiting, hiring, benefits, compensation, employee relations, discipline, terminations, investigations, harassment, discrimination, compliance, and strategies for managing risk around employment matters.
Work with Human Resource Department to conduct ongoing review and revision of Good Neighbors’ human resources policies.
Work with Human Resource Department to prepare employment law training programs for management and other relevant managers when need be.
Work with Human Resource Department to coordinate and manage external, local and international counsel on personnel and compliance issues.
Communication with lawyers and other relevant government officers.
Conducts extensive legal research and analysis and prepare studies, comparative studies, briefs, reports and correspondence.
Review the contract or relevant documentations.
Undertakes basic or extensive review of legal documents, instruments, or other material; identifies important issues, similarities, and inconsistencies, etc.
Prepares or assists in the preparation of drafts of background papers, studies, reports, legislative texts and commentaries on those texts, etc.
Prepares or assists in the preparation, and negotiates or assists in the negotiation, of agreements with stakeholders.
Provides guidance to more junior staff.
Qualifications and Skills
Degree or Higher diploma in Law.
3+ years working experience as legal Officer.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Familiarity with MS office.
Knowledge of all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Highly organized and detail oriented.
Strong negotiation skills.
Ability to prepare complex legal documents.
Experience in the NGO Sector preferred.
Ability to speak more than one language.
A good understanding of recent versions of Microsoft Office software suites, standard office equipment, telecommunications systems, and digital communications systems.
How to Apply
Please send your applications enclosing certificates, testimonials, and resume stating current and expected remuneration on or before 14th August 2026 to administration@goodneighbors.ke. All attachments should be in one zip file.
