The Secretariat

The Chief Executive Officer’s (CEO) major responsibility is managing the Society’s overall operations. Other key responsibilities include making major corporate decisions, managing resources of the Society, acting as the liaison between the Council and the membership and managing the Society’s organizational structure, strategy, and communicating with the Council.

The current CEO is Ms. Florence Wairimu Muturi

The Continuing Professional Development Committee is established under the CPD Rules 2014. The principal function of the committee is to implement the Continuing Professional Development programme in the country. The composition of the Committee is as appointed by the Council.

The CPD Directorate is currently headed by the Director, Mr. Harold Ayodo, Advocate assisted by the Program Officer Ms. Emily Tenge, Program Assistant Ms. Maureen Kung’u and Administrative Secretary Ms. Priscilla Mbula.

The Committee works hand in hand with the CPD Directorate at the Secretariat. The Directorate co-ordinates the activities of the Committee and assists in executing its mandate.

The Chairperson of the committee is Mr. Henry Ongicho, the Vice Chairman is Mr. Julius Kitheka.

The Law Society of Kenya Act 2014 under Section 4 provides for the functions and objects for which the Society was established and this have been elaborated under our strategic objectives for the Compliance & Ethics Directorate and the LSK in general. The strategic objectives are to:

• Provide transformative member services/welfare.
• Improve administrative and governance structures.
• Promote the implementation of the constitution, the rule of law and the administration of justice.
• Enhance standards of learning, professional competence and conduct.
• Enhance sound financial, budgeting and risk management systems.

The Compliance & Ethics Directorate is currently headed by the Deputy Secretary/Director Ms. Mwathi Kitonga, assisted by the Program officer Ms. Njeri Mutitu, Advocate, Program Assistant Ms. Angelica Mecha, Advocate, Administrative Secretaries Ms. Pauline Mwende and Beth Gichuru.

The Public Interest and Litigation Department works closely with the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) Committee on Public Interest Legal Aid and Human Rights that advises the Council on matters of Public Interest Litigation, handles access to justice matters and pro bono matters as well. Ms. Wangari Kagai, Advocate is the Programme Officer and Mr. Bonface Were, Programme Assistant of the unit that manages the pro bono database and case referral tracking system. The pro bono database lists all pro bono advocates and their areas of specialization. The unit is mandated with the implementation of the LSK Public Interest Strategy which guides the council on areas of strategic public interest litigation.

The department undertakes it’s advocacy programme’s through Strategic public interest, legislation and access to justice and protection of public rights.

As part of ensuring compliance with the Constitution and the rule of law, in the period running from April 2022 to February 2023, the department reviewed and submitted comments to parliament and selected governmental agencies.

The department issued notices on the following legislations which were shared out to members for comments, views collated and consequently used to prepare memoranda to the parliament.

The Parliamentary Affairs and Legislation Directorate is currently headed by the Deputy Secretary/Director Mr. Collins Odhiambo, assisted by the Programme Officer Ms. Sarah Agong, Advocate.

The Law Society of Kenya Act 2014 under Section 28 (2) (a) provides that the Secretariat shall consist of the Practice Standards Directorate which shall be responsible for the promotion of excellence in practice, client care and the achievement of full compliance with the rules of good practice in the profession through advice, support and other forms of assistance to advocates and law firms.

Ms. Sophie Kaibiria, Advocate is the Director of the Practice Standards Directorate assisted by Ms. Esther Patrober as the Assistant Programme Officer. The Director is the Secretary to the Practice Standards and Ethics Committee which also plays a role in the directorates’ activities.

The Finance Directorate is headed by CPA Felix Kisoi (Director, Finance) and assisted by CPA Michael Chege (Senior Finance Officer), Mr. Shadrack Musyoki (Accounts Assistant) and Mr. Douglas Mogere (Accounts Assistant).

The Department’ objective is;

• Management of LSK Revenue
• Improve Financial Management Systems
• Institutionalizing Budget process
• Ensure statutory compliance
• Administrative Support-HR & General
• Enhance Financial Reporting

The Department is tasked with the responsibility giving assurance on the adequacy of the Internal Control Systems of the Society. The Internal Audit department is headed by CPA Joab Mbakaya (Director- Audit and Risk) assisted by CPA Chrispinus Wamoyi (Assistant Programme Officer- Audit and Risk). The department reports quarterly to the Audit & Risk Committee on the implementation of the Annual Audit Work plan.

ICT is a strategic function in any organization because all operational functionalities are highly dependent on sound systems to operate.

The core mandate of the department can be summarized as enabling the other functional departments and units efficient and effective means of conducting their business with ease by ensuring smooth running of all ICT systems.

The Department is headed by the Program Officer assisted by Cosmas Ndetei Assistant Program Officer.

The Procurement Department is currently headed by MCIPS Boniface Kivuva supported by Ms. Angela King’oo (Logistics Officer); The department is responsible for the provision of technical leadership on all matters to do with planning, sourcing, policy development, and illuminating the staff on procurement systems and processes taking cognizant of the emerging issues in the field with a view of amplifying efficacy in the Secretariat’s operations.

The department is a nexus to the supply chain management processes which involve both upstream and downstream operations which include, inter alia; planning, sourcing, logistics management, acquisition, and supply chain value addition amongst other pivotal supply chain activities. This has been achievable through synergy creation and building rapport between the procurement function and the user departments which together constitute a supply chain.

The department continues to support supply chain resiliency by addressing solutions and continuity to unanticipated conditions such as economic uncertainties, natural disasters etcetera.

The Communications Department’s strategic objective is to provide transformative member service through raising LSKs visibility, improve professional competence, enhance engagement with stakeholders and improve accountability to members.

The department consists of Ms. Agnetta Rodi, Programme Officer and Ms. Gloria Kuyoh, Assistant Programme Officer.

The Society believes that its greatest asset is its talented and diverse workforce, and it is committed to providing support, guidance and resources to ensure their professional development and well-being.

The objective of the department is to provide exceptional HR services that support the strategic goals of the Society, while prioritizing the well-being and satisfaction of the employees.

The department strives to provide innovative HR solutions and cultivate a culture of excellence by recruiting, retaining, and developing diverse top talent who bring unique perspectives and skills to the team.

It is dedicated to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued, supported and empowered to thrive, grow, and contribute to the success of the Society, through fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, integrity, and continuous improvement.

It provides comprehensive support and resources to all employees, promoting growth, camaraderie and a healthy work-life balance.

The department is headed by CHRP., CPM. Janis Mugambi.