Duties:-
Provide legal advice to FIDA Kenya clients.
Provide legal representation to FIDA Kenya Clients.
Prepare pleadings and legal briefs.
Prepare case strategies in consultation with the team leader.
Make interventions and petitions on behalf of the public in gender related issues including Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
Link with strategic partners including NGOs, Government departments and relevant bodies
Support clients to access justice through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and other informal justice systems
Training clients on self-representation
Preparation of programme /activity plans and reports
Qualifications and Attributes
The ideal candidate should atleast posses the following qualifications and attributes:-
Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized University
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with FIVE (5) years post admission experience
Must possess a valid practising certificate
Should have knowledge of program planning, designing, monitoring & evaluation
Must posses strong writing skills, proficiency in computers, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Litigation, Gender & Women’s rights Issues
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Interested candidates who fully meet the above criteria should send their applications along with updated Curriculum Vitae including 3 references, one of whom must be a previous supervisor.
The candidate MUST indicate expected salary and a daytime contact.