Posted:Jan 22
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Banking
Description:
Inkomoko’s vision is an Africa with thriving communities where young people and refugees are engaged, communities have access to relevant innovations for self-determination, and where African solutions are unleashed to solve African problems. Founded in 2012, Inkomoko has provided business advisory and access to finance for thousands of entrepreneurs across East Africa. As the largest investor in refugee businesses, we have disbursed more than $6M in capital to more than 3000 clients. This affordable finance for Inkomoko entrepreneurs helps them grow their businesses, create jobs, and improve their livelihoods. As we look forward, Inkomoko is developing new ways to engage communities to thrive. Creating meaningful market linkages, expanding to secondary cities, and advocating for economic inclusion, Inkomoko has added these community-based approaches to our enterprise development work. By 2030, Inkomoko will be in 8 countries, serving more than half a million small businesses, creating a positive impact for m
Job Description
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Inkomoko is seeking a regionally-connected General Counsel to lead and coordinate all legal activities across Inkomoko’s operations in Rwanda, Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Chad. This role requires a strategic thinker to oversee external legal advisors, ensure compliance, manage company registrations, guide litigation, and mitigate legal risks for the organization.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Legal Strategy and Oversight:
- Provide expert legal advice to the executive team and board of directors in alignment with our operational risk profile.
- Oversee all legal matters, including contracts, employment law, and regulatory compliance, and litigation/mediation as needed.
- Serve as corporate secretary for filing relevant board resolutions and various documents in all countries of operation.
- Support the continuous improvement of legal processes and procedures in Inkomoko
External Legal Advisor Management:
- Identify, engage, and manage relationships with external legal advisors in Rwanda, Kenya, Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Chad, and evaluate their performance for improvement
- Coordinate and oversee the work of external legal advisors to ensure high-quality and cost-effective legal services.
- Review and approve legal documents and advice provided by external legal advisors.
Compliance and Risk Management:
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to manage legal risks and ensure organizational compliance in alignment with our risk framework.
- Keep abreast of legal developments, and proactively identify, analyze, and respond to legislative developments affecting the countries where Inkomoko operates
- Conduct regular compliance audits and legal risk assessments
- Provide legal training and support to staff on relevant legal issues as needed.
Contract Management:
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
- Ensure that all contracts comply with legal requirements and protect the organization’s interests.
- Maintain a centralized contract management system.
Dispute Resolution:
- Manage and resolve legal disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
- Represent Inkomoko in legal proceedings as necessary.
Note: The job description is subject to change based on the needs of the organization and evolving legal requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in multiple jurisdictions across Africa, including at least 3 of Inkomoko’s countries of operations.
- Admission to practice law in at least one of the relevant countries
- Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years in a senior role
- Extensive experience managing external legal advisors
- Strong knowledge of local and international laws relevant to banking & NGO sectors
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to social impact and sustainable development.
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
