78 State Counsel Vacancies at Office of the Attorney-General & Department of Justice
Vacancy Announcement: State Counsel Positions
Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the position of State Counsel, CSG 9. The Office of the Attorney-General and Department of Justice seeks talented legal professionals to join its ranks to provide essential legal services across various technical divisions.
| Vacancy No. | Position | Job Group | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/2024 | State Counsel | CSG 9 | 78 |
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Salary and Benefits
The position offers a competitive remuneration package as follows:
- Basic Salary: Starting at Ksh 46,120, with incremental rises up to Ksh 65,860.
- Allowances:
- Commuter Allowance: Kshs. 6,000 per month.
- House Allowance: Based on the region of deployment.
- Leave Allowance: Kshs. 6,000 annually.
- Leave Entitlement: 30 working days per year.
Duties and Responsibilities
This role is the entry and training grade for the State Counsel cadre. Under the guidance of senior officers, the State Counsel may be assigned to any of the technical divisions, including but not limited to:
- Civil Litigation
- Legislative Drafting
- Justice and Constitutional Affairs
- Public Legal Services
- Government Legal Services
- Advocates Complaints Commission
- Regional Offices
Requirements
To qualify for appointment as State Counsel (CSG 9), candidates must have:
- Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) from a recognized institution.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
- Admission as an advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
- Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
How to Apply
Candidates meeting the above criteria should complete the Application for Employment Form OAG&DOJ.1.2024, available on the Office of the Attorney-General and Department of Justice website at www.statelaw.go.ke. Applications should be scanned to PDF and emailed to recruit2024@ag.go.ke or mailed to:
THE SOLICITOR GENERAL
Office of the Attorney-General & Department of Justice
P.O. Box 40112-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Deadline: Applications must be received by 5:00 pm on 21st November 2024.
Additional Information
- Equal Opportunity: The Office of the Attorney-General and Department of Justice is committed to diversity and gender equality. Persons with disabilities, women, youth, and applicants from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should indicate their status in the application letter for ease of identification.
- Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
- Documents Required for Interview: Shortlisted candidates must present originals of their National Identity card, academic and professional certificates, transcripts, and other relevant testimonials during the interview process.
