Job Details
Served satisfactorily in the grade of Reseach Officer 1 JG ‘I,’ or in a comparable and relevant position in the
Wider Public Service or Private Sector for a minimum period of three (3) years;
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized university;
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education; and
Admission as an advocate of the High Court of Kenya; and
Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected work performance and results.
Core Skills/Competencies
Litigation skills;
Prosecutorial skills;
Legislative drafting and law reform skills;
Knowledge of the criminal justice system
Research skills;
ICT skills;
Supervisory skills;
Interpersonal and Communication skills;
Organisational and administrative skills;
Problem solving skills;
Data analysis skills; and
Report writing skills.
Personal Qualities
Ability to get well with the diverse workforce;
Honesty and integrity;
Positive working attitude;
Ability to work with minimum supervision;
Creativity and innovativeness;
Ability to work under pressure;
Ability to work well with teams; and (viii) Professionalism.
An officer at this level may be deployed to work at any of the Legal Departments Headquarters.
Responsibilities
Undertaking research on legal issues that arise from prosecution within the various departments at ODPP, to ensure the prosecution services offered are well informed and are of high quality, to enhance on the efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of service.
Analysing research data and compiling reports to ensure information is readily available and in an easy to use manner to enhance efficiency
Attending inter and intra-collaborative meetings with various stakeholders in the criminal justice system, to garner the support of stakeholders in the delivery of timely public prosecution services.
Participating in the formulation of internal policy documents, to ensure ODPP has guidelines that support the operations of the institution, and to enhance compliance with the constitution and other relevant guidelines that influence the operations of ODPP.
Writing legal opinions and briefs to assist the prosecution counsel understand the cases, to ensure efficiency in the prosecution.
Working in liaison with other law enforcement agencies to create an enabling justice system that provides timely and just rulings on cases.
Advising on various legal policy issues to ensure the decisions made in the delivery of public prosecution services are well informed. Undertaking research on assigned legal issues and compiling reports to ensure the prosecution services offered are well informed and are of high quality.
Contributing to the writing of the Annual Progress Report of the ODPP, to ensure the report is delivered within the set timelines and quality standards; and
Mentoring and Coaching staff working under him/her to develop staff and enhance performance
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