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Principal Legal Officer

Digital Health Agency (DHA)
Nairobi Posted Nov 12, 2026
On-site

About this role

Digital Health Agency (DHA)

  • Formulating, developing and reviewing regulations of the Agency’s legal policies and procedures;

  • Advising on legal matters;

  • Drafting contracts and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and other legal documents on behalf of the Agency;

  • Initiating required legislation amendments for the promotion of the Agency’s activities;

  • Coordinating external legal mandates to investigate and resolve potential legal issues with regard to financial instruments issued by donors;

  • Liaising with external lawyers and the Attorney General on legal matters and operations;

  • Facilitating compliance with all legal requirements by the Agency;

  • Coordinating the undertaking of field visits and investigation missions;

  • Ensuring undertaking of research on legal issues falling within the Agency’s mandate;

  • Coordinating preparation of legal reports; and

  • Attending court on behalf of the Corporation Secretary.

  • Requirements

  • Cumulative period of nine (9) years’ relevant work experience three (3) of which of which should have been at the grade of Senior Legal Officer or in a comparable position;

  • Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB) or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Agency for Legal Education;

  • Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid Practicing Certificate;

  • Membership to the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and in good standing;

  • Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

  • Proficiency in computer applications; and

  • Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

  • Application Closing Date: 2026-12-01

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