The Commission on Administrative Justice (Office of The Ombudsman)
Legal Intern - Access to Information
Nairobi
Posted 18 March, 2026
Deadline 25 March, 2026
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LegalInternshipEntry-level(0-1 yr)
Job Description
The Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ), also known as the Office of the Ombudsman, is a Constitutional Commission established under Article 59 (4) and Chapter Fifteen of the Constitution, and the Commission on Administrative Justice Act, 2011. The Commission has a mandate, inter-alia, to investigate any conduct in state affairs or any act or omission in public administration by any State organ, State officer or public officer. This internship role is within the Access to Information department.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities for this position will entail:
Assist in receiving and Reviewing applications on Access to Information
Assist in conducting inquiries into alleged violations of the ATI Act
Providing support during ATI hearings
Assist in undertaking onsite inspections and relevant information inventories
Assist in preparing summons, orders and other legal instruments under ATI Act
Assist in undertaking relevant researches aimed at developing repository on ATI determinations, advisories and case law
Participating in development of regulatory framework on ATI Act including relevant regulations, policies, guidelines, rules, model laws
Assist in providing technical support to public entities and private bodies on implementation of the ATI Act through awareness, sensitization, training and guidance
Assist in receiving and assessing public entities’ reports on ATI implementation
Participating in preparation of relevant guidance on ATI including advisories
Any other duty assigned by the Commission from time to time
Job Specification
For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:
A Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized institution
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Commission's recruitment portal: erp.ombudsman.go.ke.
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