Legal Officer Job TMU

Legal Jobs, Tom Mboya University Jobs.

Requirements for Appointment

Must have:

• Minimum nine (9) years’ cumulative relevant work experience, out of which three (3) must have been at the level of a Legal Officer II Grade 11 or equivalent
• Bachelor of Law Degree degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution
• Post Graduate Diploma in Law from Kenya School of Law
• Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid Practicing Certificate
• Registered as a member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing
• Proficiency in the relevant computer applications

Duties and Responsibilities

• Representing the University in court and other tribunals in which the University is a party
• Overseeing development and implementation of legal services policies, strategies, procedures and guidelines
• Providing guidance to the Council on their Job Descriptions and on matters of governance
• Assisting the Council in carrying out the following: Council members’ induction and training
• Updating Council and committee charters; reparing Council work plans; Council evaluation; governance audit; and implementing the code of conduct and ethics; Ensuring the timely preparation and circulation of Council and committee papers and minutes
• Custodian of the seal of the organization and account to the Council for its use
• and maintaining the conflict of interest and gift registers of the University
• Ensuring that annual returns are promptly filed with the relevant authorities
• Overseeing development, implementation and review of legal policies, strategies, regulations and procedures
• Providing legal opinion or advice on governance matters in the University
• Ensuring that the University is represented in court and all legal fora
• Overseeing the authentication of documents issued to the University as collateral, securities or support documents for loans and undertake conveyance
• Facilitating legal research, investigation, preparation of witnesses for pre-trial and hearing
• Facilitating the maintenance of an up-to-date record of gazetted matters which relate to the University
• Ensuring that the University complies with statutory and other regulatory requirements by undertaking periodic legal audit compliance
• Overseeing the review of laws, by-laws and regulations relating to the University
• Overseeing litigation management by liaising with external lawyers to ensure adequate representation of the University
• Spearheading the development and implementation of Department work plans, budget, performance contracts and ensuring compliance with Seniors of good governance
• Overseeing legal audits and ensuring compliance with good governance and code of ethics
• Spearheading the implementation of quality management and performance contracting processes
• Perform any other relevant duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time

How to Apply

Applications should be accompanied by a detailed up-to-date curriculum vitae, certified true copies of academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, together with testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.

Qualified candidates must submit three (3) hard copies of their application, clearly indicating the reference number of the position applied for, to the address below and email scanned coloured copies of the same documents compiled into a single PDF file to recruitment@tmu.ac.ke. Applications must be received on or before Tuesday, 14th April, 2026 by 5:00 PM (1700hrs).

Address to:

The Vice-Chancellor
Tom Mboya University
P. O. BOX 199 – 40300
HOMA-BAY

Recommendations from at least three (3) referees should be sent separately under sealed envelopes on or before the advertisement deadline to the email address above.

Terms of Service

Appointments to the advertised positions shall be on Permanent and Pensionable or Contract terms, as may be determined by the University, in accordance with the applicable Government regulations, University Statutes, and the University’s Human Resource Policies and Procedures.

NOTE: Tom Mboya University (TMU) is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity and diversity. The University welcomes applications from individuals of all genders, ethnic backgrounds, and persons living with disabilities. Therefore, women, persons living with disabilities, marginalized groups and minorities are encouraged to apply. Please note that canvassing will result in automatic disqualification. TMU does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interested applicants should visit the Tom Mboya University website: www.tmu.ac.ke to view detailed requirements.