Responsible for (Purpose of the job)

Oversees the Functions and Operations of the Litigation Section, provision of legal advice, preparation of legal documents and guiding litigation.

Tasks and outputs:

• Formulate and implement strategies for the Litigation Section.
• Manage the pre-litigation process between KRA and other parties and render advice to avoid unnecessary litigation.
• Manage the Litigation function.
• Preparation of the Section’s work plan and budgets.
• Manage compliance with agreed systems and procedures to enhance efficient and effective prevention and execution of business risks.
• Manage research and review of legislation that impact on KRA and recommend any necessary amendments.
• Manage stakeholder engagements (External Counsel, Judiciary, DPP, EACC, AG).
• Manage the preparation of Memoranda of Understanding, bilateral and multilateral legal instruments with tax implications.
• Manage post litigation revenue recovery on concluded cases by revenue Departments.
• Manage the drafting of pleadings and defenses.
• Promote career and continuous professional development of staff in the Section.
• Manage the general performance of staff in the Section.

Skills required:

Minimum qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is an added advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB).
• A Post graduate diploma in Law.
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Possess a valid Practicing Certificate (LSK).
• Computer literate.
• Leadership, Management and Governance courses.

Minimum years of experience

• 7 years post admission experience in commercial law and litigation practice, 3 of which should be in a management position in a comparable organization.

Competencies required for this role

• Strong administrative, managerial and leadership skills
• Excellent decision making skills and capabilities
• Excellent planning, organizational and analytical skills
• Resilient, focused and results oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, dynamic and dedicated team player.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.