Senior Legal Counsel – Access to Justice Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Deputy Executive Director

Ref: FIDA/SPO/05/2018:
To Be Based In Mombasa
Reports to: The Deputy Executive Director and Head of Programmes
Job Responsibilities

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 for the Senior Legal Counsel Job

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 practicing certificate.
Should have knowledge of program planning, designing, monitoring & evaluation.
Must possess 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.

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