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Job Ref. No	Legal Assistant III Grade 8
No. of Vacant Positions	1
Application Deadline	20 Aug, 2026
Job Status	New
Key Responsibilities	Drafting of legal documents and handling cases involving the University in liaison with University external lawyers Handle and advise on all legal matters for the University Preparation of agreements and /or contracts for approval by relevant parties Gathering of evidence, facts and exchange of the same with University lawyers Attending of court and briefing the University authorities on the development of cases Writing reports and memoranda Ensuring that the University adheres to the Laid down procedures and regulations in employee matters, disciplinary measures and any other matter which has legal implications Guide and assist in the review and interpretation of University Statutes Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
Qualifications & Skills	OTHER Bachelor’s degree in Law from recognized institution Minimum of three (3) years legal practice Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Kenya School of Law Computer Literacy Valid practicing license Advocate of the High Court of Kenya