Mombasa County is seeking an experienced legal professional to serve as their Secretary. This senior-level position offers a five-year contract term with the possibility of reappointment based on performance.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the executive team, providing strategic legal guidance and ensuring robust corporate governance. This position combines legal expertise with corporate secretary responsibilities, offering a dynamic and challenging environment for the right professional.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Leadership

• – Design and implement comprehensive legal strategies
• – Provide expert legal opinions to the CEO and Board
• – Serve as Secretary to the Board
• – Ensure organizational compliance with all applicable laws
• – Lead legislative drafting initiatives
• – Develop and validate corporate and staff contracts

Corporate Governance

• – Maintain custody of corporate documents
• – Implement and oversee good corporate governance practices
• – Coordinate with the CEO and Chairman on Board succession planning
• – Establish risk management frameworks for governance issues
• – Lead strategic review processes with directorate heads

Strategic Management

• – Participate actively in corporate strategy development and execution
• – Conduct periodic strategy reviews considering external and internal factors
• – Guide management on best practices and planning alignment
• – Ensure implementation of audit recommendations
• – Lead policy and procedure implementation

Legal Operations

• – Manage litigation processes
• – Coordinate with external lawyers
• – Represent the corporation in legal proceedings
• – Monitor and assess legal risks

Requirements:

Educational Qualifications

• – Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized university
• – Master’s degree in a related field (advantageous)
• – Certified Secretary CS (K) certification
• – Must be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• – Active membership with the Law Society of Kenya

Experience and Citizenship

• – Minimum 5 years of senior management experience
• – Kenyan citizenship
• – Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution

Essential Skills and Competencies

• – In-depth knowledge of corporate and relevant legislation
• – Proven leadership abilities
• – Excellent communication and presentation skills
• – Strategic thinking and innovation capabilities
• – Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• – Collaborative approach to work
• – Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified legal professional seeking to make a significant impact in a dynamic corporate environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the organization’s legal and governance framework while contributing to its strategic direction.