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• Process
  all litigation matters and represent the Authority in courts of Law.
• Advise
  on application of Legal instruments governing and relating to the Forestry
  Sector.
• Offer
  timely legal advisory services to the Board of Directors, Management and
  the entire staff of the Authority.
• Act
  as liaison with relevant judicial institutions and authorities.
• Compile
  and send progress and quarterly reports to the Executive Director.
• Support
  in the negotiation of all legal contracts of the Authority.
• Keep
  custody of legal documents and seal of the Authority.
• Works
  closely with the police, NFA staff and other institutions to prosecute
  culprits to non compliance with the law and other regulations.
• Mentor,
  coach and supervise Legal Staff
• Perform
  any other duties assigned by the Executive Director.

• The
  ideal candidate for the aforementioned NFA career placement should an
  Honours Degree in Law. Possession of a Postgraduate diploma in Legal
  practice from Law Development Centre.
• At
  least five years’ experience practicing in a reputable firm or in a similar
  position in a reputable organization.
• A
  minimum of five years’ experience of handling legal matters, 3 of which
  must be at the high court level.
• The
  applicant must also be an enrolled advocate with a valid/current
  practicing certificate of the high court

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