Corporate Secretary & Principal Legal Officer

About the role

Kabete National Polytechnic is recruiting a Corporate Secretary and Principal Legal Officer for a full-time, on-site position in Nairobi. The post provides legal advice, manages corporate governance matters and serves as the institution's corporate secretary. Applications close on 01/12/2026.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as Secretary to the Governing Council and its committees, giving advice on corporate governance, legal, statutory and regulatory matters
• Coordinate meeting notices, agendas and papers, record and maintain minutes, and monitor implementation of resolutions
• Lead and direct legal services, including reviewing, vetting and approving contracts, agreements and memoranda of understanding
• Advise the Chief Principal and Management on litigation, claims, disputes and contractual obligations, and coordinate external legal counsel
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, policies and corporate governance standards
• Custody the Common Seal, statutory registers, governance records and other official documents
• Guide the development, review and implementation of institutional policies and governance instruments
• Manage litigation, legal risks and disputes, and promote sound corporate governance

Required profile

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate
• Member of the Law Society of Kenya in good standing
• Certified Secretary (CS) and registered member of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya
• At least three years in a comparable and relevant position

Required skills

• Legal research and drafting
• Governance and contract management
• Strategic leadership and stakeholder management
• Proficiency in computer applications

To apply, submit a cover letter, detailed CV and copies of the national identity card, professional and academic certificates and transcripts to the Principal, Kabete National Polytechnic, P.O. Box 29010-00625, Nairobi.