A leading public institution in Kenya has announced multiple career opportunities within its Legal and Supply Chain functions. These vacancies present an opportunity for experienced professionals and recent graduates to contribute to public service delivery, regulatory compliance, governance, and institutional efficiency.
The recruitment exercise includes senior-level and entry-level internship roles across Nairobi and regional offices. All positions are based in Kenya and align with public sector governance frameworks, legal compliance standards, and administrative best practices.
The following positions are currently open for applications:
• Senior Legal Officer – 2 Positions
• Legal Intern – Mombasa Regional Office – 1 Position
• Legal Intern – Kajiado Huduma Centre – 1 Position
• Legal Intern – 1 Position
• Supply Chain Management Intern – 1 Position
Each role is detailed below to support candidates in understanding the scope, responsibilities, and expectations associated with the respective position.
Senior Legal Officer
Number of Positions: 2
Experience Required: 4 Years
Publication Date: 17 February 2026
Closing Date: 11 March 2026
Role Overview
The Senior Legal Officer position is a mid-to-senior level legal role within the institution’s legal services directorate. The officer will provide strategic legal support, ensure statutory compliance, oversee litigation matters, advise management on regulatory frameworks, and contribute to policy formulation.
This role is critical in safeguarding the institution’s legal interests, mitigating risk exposure, and ensuring alignment with Kenya’s constitutional and statutory requirements.
Reporting Structure
The Senior Legal Officer reports to the Head of Legal Services or equivalent authority within the organization.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Legal Advisory and Opinion
• Provide timely and well-researched legal opinions to management and departmental heads
• Interpret statutes, regulations, and policy instruments relevant to the institution’s mandate
• Advise on contractual, administrative, and governance matters
• Support implementation of legal and regulatory reforms affecting the institution
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
• Coordinate and manage litigation involving the institution
• Liaise with external counsel and represent the institution in court where required
• Prepare pleadings, affidavits, witness statements, and legal briefs
• Monitor ongoing cases and advise management on risk exposure and settlement options
Contract Management
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, memoranda of understanding, service level agreements, and partnership agreements
• Ensure contractual documents align with procurement laws and public finance regulations
• Maintain a contracts register and ensure proper documentation control
Compliance and Governance
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal frameworks, including public sector governance standards
• Support internal compliance audits and risk assessments
• Provide legal input in board matters, including preparation of board papers and minutes where required
• Facilitate adherence to constitutional requirements, including integrity standards
Policy Development and Institutional Support
• Contribute to development and review of institutional policies, guidelines, and procedures
• Participate in cross-functional committees requiring legal expertise
• Support regulatory engagements and inter-agency collaboration
Risk Management
• Identify legal risks across operational functions
• Develop mitigation strategies and recommend corrective action
• Monitor legislative developments and assess institutional impact
Performance Expectations
The role requires high-level legal drafting competence, litigation management capability, regulatory interpretation skills, and strategic advisory capacity. The officer must demonstrate sound judgment, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
Legal Intern – Mombasa Regional Office
Number of Positions: 1
Experience Required: 0 Years
Publication Date: 26 February 2026
Closing Date: 11 March 2026
Role Overview
The Legal Intern position at the Mombasa Regional Office is designed to provide structured practical exposure to public sector legal operations. The intern will support the regional legal function under supervision and gain experience in legal research, documentation, compliance monitoring, and administrative legal support.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Conduct legal research on statutes, case law, and regulatory frameworks
• Assist in preparation of legal opinions and memoranda
• Support drafting of simple contracts and correspondence
• Organize and maintain legal files and case records
• Attend court sessions and prepare summaries where required
• Support compliance monitoring and documentation
• Assist in reviewing regional contracts and agreements
• Participate in internal meetings and prepare minutes
Learning Objectives
• Develop understanding of public law and regulatory compliance
• Gain exposure to litigation management processes
• Understand contract review procedures within public institutions
• Enhance legal drafting and research skills
Legal Intern – Kajiado Huduma Centre
Number of Positions: 1
Experience Required: 0 Years
Publication Date: 26 February 2026
Closing Date: 11 March 2026
Role Overview
The Legal Intern at the Kajiado Huduma Centre will provide legal and administrative support within a public service delivery environment. The position emphasizes compliance support, documentation management, and public-facing legal assistance under supervision.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist in reviewing and organizing legal documentation
• Conduct research on relevant regulatory provisions
• Support preparation of compliance reports
• Assist in drafting responses to correspondence
• Maintain filing systems and legal records
• Support public service legal inquiries under guidance
• Assist in tracking case progress and follow-ups
Learning Objectives
• Exposure to service delivery legal frameworks
• Understanding of legal compliance in decentralized offices
• Development of professional documentation skills
• Strengthening communication and analytical ability
Legal Intern
Number of Positions: 1
Experience Required: 0 Years
Publication Date: 2 March 2026
Closing Date: 16 March 2026
Role Overview
The Legal Intern will support the institution’s central legal department. This role is structured to offer exposure to policy drafting, regulatory compliance, contract review, and internal advisory processes.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Conduct legislative and policy research
• Assist in preparation of legal briefs and summaries
• Support drafting and review of contracts
• Participate in compliance documentation
• Maintain legal databases and records
• Support preparation of reports for management
• Attend internal committee meetings and prepare notes
Learning Objectives
• Develop structured legal research methodology
• Gain insight into institutional governance frameworks
• Understand risk mitigation processes
• Strengthen drafting and analytical skills
Supply Chain Management Intern
Number of Positions: 1
Experience Required: 0 Years
Publication Date: 2 March 2026
Closing Date: 16 March 2026
Role Overview
The Supply Chain Management Intern will provide support to the Procurement and Logistics Unit. The internship is structured to provide exposure to public procurement procedures, inventory management, contract administration, and supply chain governance.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Procurement Support
• Assist in preparation of procurement documentation
• Support tender evaluation documentation processes
• Participate in supplier communication and record management
• Assist in contract documentation and filing
Inventory and Asset Management
• Support inventory tracking and stock verification
• Assist in updating asset registers
• Participate in periodic stock reconciliation
Compliance and Documentation
• Assist in ensuring procurement processes comply with applicable regulations
• Maintain procurement records and audit files
• Support preparation of procurement reports
Logistics and Operations Support
• Assist in coordinating delivery schedules
• Support vendor follow-ups
• Participate in documentation of supply chain processes
Learning Objectives
• Gain understanding of public procurement frameworks
• Develop documentation and compliance management skills
• Understand contract lifecycle management
• Strengthen analytical and administrative competencies
General Application Information
Publication Dates
• Senior Legal Officer – 17 February 2026
• Legal Intern (Mombasa & Kajiado) – 26 February 2026
• Legal Intern & Supply Chain Management Intern – 2 March 2026
Closing Dates
• 11 March 2026 – Senior Legal Officer, Legal Intern (Mombasa), Legal Intern (Kajiado)
• 16 March 2026 – Legal Intern, Supply Chain Management Intern
Candidates are advised to submit their applications before the stated deadlines to avoid last-minute system congestion.
These vacancies provide opportunities for both experienced legal professionals and entry-level candidates seeking structured internship exposure within Kenya’s public service framework. The roles support legal compliance, institutional governance, procurement transparency, and regulatory oversight.
Applicants interested in contributing to public sector legal administration and supply chain governance are encouraged to review the detailed role descriptions and submit their applications within the specified timelines.
