Legal Officer

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Required

1. Bachelors of Law (LLB) from a recognized institution
   

2. Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice (LDC).
   

3. Advocate of the High Court with a valid Practicing Certificate (Bar Certificate).
   

4. At least 2 years’ experience in active legal practice, preferably in: Litigation, Banking & financial institutions, SACCOs or microfinance, Debt recovery, Commercial/contract law
   

Litigation and Court Representation

• Represent KYAPS in all court cases, tribunal matters, and arbitration sessions.
  

• Prepare, file, and respond to pleadings including plaints, defenses, affidavits, and submissions.
  

• Manage external law firms (if any) and ensure proper documentation and follow-up.
  

Loan Recovery & Credit Risk Support

• Provide legal support to Credit and Recovery teams on non-performing loans.
  

• Draft and issue demand notices, caveats, loan recall letters, and recovery instructions.
  

• Participate in the negotiation of repayment schedules and settlement agreements.
  

Contracts & Legal Documentation.

• Draft, review, negotiate, and validate all KYAPS contracts, MoUs, service level agreements, leases, and procurement documents.
  

• Ensure adherence to the SACCO bylaws, Cooperative Societies Act, all internal policies and all other relevant legislations and regulations.
  

• Maintain an updated database of all contracts and legal instruments.
  

Compliance, Policy & Governance Support

• Ensure KYAPS complies with all statutory and regulatory frameworks (URA, NSSF, PPDA, etc.)
  

• Draft and review internal policies, SOPs, and legal frameworks of the SACCO.
  

• Provide legal guidance to the Board and Management on governance matters.
  

Risk Management & Investigations.

• Identify and mitigate legal risks that may affect operations.
  

• Conduct internal investigations related to fraud, misconduct, loan disputes, or staff issues.
  

• Participate in disciplinary proceedings when required.