Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) has announced a vacancy for Senior Legal Officer – Grade XIII under the Office of the Vice Chancellor.
The position is a re-advertisement and offers an opportunity for an experienced legal professional to join the university.
The official Government Advertising Agency advert lists one vacancy, under reference AD/01/10/2026. Applications must reach the university by Monday, 26 October 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Job Details
- Employer: Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST)
- Position: Senior Legal Officer
- Grade: XIII
- Advert Reference: AD/01/10/2026
- Number of Positions: 1
- Location: Kakamega, Kenya
- Department: Office of the Vice Chancellor
- Employment: Permanent and Pensionable
- Deadline: 26 October 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Job Purpose
The Senior Legal Officer will provide legal guidance to the university on contractual and statutory obligations and help ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Key Duties
The role involves responsibilities such as:
- Advising the university on legal matters.
- Monitoring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Supporting legal services policies, strategies and programmes.
- Providing legal advice to assist the university in decision-making.
- Advising on contracts and agreements.
- Vetting and drafting legal agreements.
- Attending to legal matters affecting university operations.
- Liaising with the Office of the Attorney General where necessary.
- Working with university departments on legal queries and matters.
- Supporting Council-related legal and administrative processes.
- Performing other duties assigned by the university.
Qualifications and Requirements
According to the published job specification, applicants should meet the relevant professional legal requirements.
The requirements include:
- A Master of Laws (LLM) degree from a recognised university together with the required relevant experience, including experience at Legal Officer Grade 12 or its equivalent; or
- A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognised institution.
- A Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
- Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
- Membership of the Law Society of Kenya and being in good standing.
- A current practising certificate.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
Applicants should verify the complete job specification in the official MMUST vacancy information before applying.
Documents Required
Applications should include:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae.
- Certified copies of relevant academic certificates.
- Certified copies of professional certificates.
- National ID or Passport.
- Relevant testimonials.
- Email address.
- Telephone contacts.
- Other relevant supporting documents.
- Names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three referees.
Applicants should also ask their referees to submit confidential reports to the university by the application deadline.
Clearance Requirements
Successful candidates will be required to provide valid clearance documents from relevant bodies, including:
- Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
- Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
- Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) — Certificate of Good Conduct.
- Registered Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
These clearances are required for the successful candidate rather than as part of the initial application submission.
How to Apply
Applicants should prepare their application and supporting documents according to the official MMUST advertisement.
One copy of the application should be sent by registered mail or courier, clearly marked with the relevant advert reference.
Applicants should also send a PDF copy of the application to:
recruitmentseptember2026@mmust.ac.ke
Applications should be addressed to:
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance)
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology
P.O. Box 190–50100
Kakamega, Kenya
The official advert states that applications must be received by Monday, 26 October 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Official MMUST Website
Applicants should check the university’s official website for the full job specification and any updates before submitting their applications.
Official website:
https://www.mmust.ac.ke/
The vacancy is also listed through the Government Advertising Agency’s official job-adverts page.
Important Notice
MMUST states that:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Canvassing can lead to automatic disqualification.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications should have their certificates certified by the Commission for University Education (CUE).
- Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- The university does not charge a fee for recruitment, processing or selection.
Application Deadline
Monday, 26 October 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Candidates should submit their applications early enough to ensure both the physical and electronic submissions arrive before the deadline.
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