Deputy Director Legal Services at National Environment Management Authority

Deputy Director Legal Services at National Environment Management Authority
Summary: The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) was established under the Environmental Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) No. 8 of 1999, as the Principal Instrument of Government in the implementation of all policies relating to the environment.

The Authority invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the following vacant positions;

Description: An officer at this level will be responsible to the Director Legal Services.

Specific duties at this level will include but not limited to;
* Assisting the Director Legal Services in providing legal advice to the Authority and ensuring integration of environmental concerns into policy and legislation at all levels; * Assisting the Director Legal services in facilitating the development of procedures and regulations for effective implementation of the Environmental Law; * Interpreting law and advising on legal matters. * Participating in review of environmental laws in collaboration with other Government Institutions and stakeholders; * Offering technical support to field Offices in the enforcement of the environmental law;Requirements:
Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this position, a candidate must:
* Have a Bachelors degree in Law. * A relevant Masters degree from a recognized Institution, Masters in Environmental Law will be an added advantage. * Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practising certificate. * Have at least five (5) years working experience in law two (2) of which must be at senior level. * Being a registered Certified Public Secretary and experience as a Board Secretary will be an added advantage.

Applications accompanied by copies of certificates, detailed curriculum vitae, testimonials, current remuneration, current position/grade, expected salary and daytime telephone contact should be forwarded to the address below by 10th December, 2010.

Contact Info: The Director General
National Environment Management Authority
P.O Box 67839- 00200
Nairobi