Deadline of this Job: 15 August 2022
JOB DETAILS:
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:
• Providing advice on legal and corporate matters to the Centre through interpretation and writing legal opinions;
• Providing secretariat services to the Board on behalf of the Managing Director;
• Developing and reviewing relevant regulatory Legal framework for the better implementation of the Centre’s mandate;
• Coordinating and ensuring representation of the Centre in courts or other judicial authorities;
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, Service Level Agreements, Memorandum of Understanding, leases and other legal documents to ensure compliance to statutory requirements and the Centre’s policies;
• Liaising with the Attorney General, law enforcement agencies and stakeholders on all legal matters;
• Ensuring that Legal Audit Compliance is carried out to confirm compliance with relevant statutory requirements;
• Overseeing implementation of Mwongozo Code of Conduct at the Centre; and
• Formulating, drafting and facilitating gazettement of Legal Notices issued by the Centre.
Job Specification
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
• Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized university;
• Masters degree in Law or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Postgraduate diploma in Law from the Council of Legal Education;
• A minimum of Eight (8) years and at least three (3) experience in supervisory role in the Public or Private Sector;
• Admitted as an advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Current Practicing Certificate;
• Member to the Law Society of Kenya;
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership to Institute of Certified Public Secretary of Kenya (ICPSK);
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrable good results in work performance; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Key competencies and skills
• Organization and management skills;
• Leadership and managerial skills;
• Drafting skills;
• Report writing skills;
• Negotiation skills and arbitration skills; and
• Analytical skills.
What You'll Be
• An Integrity Counsel focusing on the Africa region
• A strategic partner to business teams (investment and advisory)
• A visible, vocal and influential champion for the proper management of integrity issues
• Reporting to the Principal Counsel – Head, Integrity Risk, who leads the Integrity unit in CBR
What You’ll Do
You’ll advise business teams with an independent voice on all core aspects of integrity risks as they impact IFC’s clients, partners, transactions and new products/initiatives in the above region, to include:
• Evaluating integrity and reputational risks, making recommendations, and providing solutions to mitigate risk
• Employing knowledge, expertise, and sound judgment to address IFC’s unique integrity risk profile
• Developing expertise in regional IDD issues across all sectors in which IFC works
• You’ll provide legal advice to business teams and management on integrity-related matters in transactions, new products/initiatives, and IFC operations generally, including on the following subjects:
• International and national anti-corruption/bribery laws and regulations (e.g., FCPA, UK Bribery Act, etc.)
• International standards and guidance relating to AML/CFT (e.g., issued by Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the Wolfsberg Group) as well as national AML/CFT laws and regulations
• Other integrity-related laws/regulations and legal issues that arise in IFC business, including laws and regulations intersecting with anti-money laundering and terrorist financing risk (AML/CFT)
• Economic sanctions (such as the UN, EU, UK, and US regimes) and other international trade sanctions and export controls
• Crisis management and legal advice related to significant integrity legal matters, including potential or actual litigation or involving complex legal issues
• The legal workings of the WBG Integrity Vice-Presidency (INT) and WBG Sanctions System
• You’ll also provide legal advice to business teams and management on integrity-related contractual provisions, to include:
• Reviewing current integrity-related provisions in IFC legal agreements
• Drafting new integrity-related provisions in IFC legal agreements and bespoke legal provisions in IFC financing documents
• Negotiating with clients to build out contractual protections on integrity-related matters
• Advising on integrity-related provisions for legal documentation relating to new products/initiatives
• Drafting disclosures for Board papers
Selection Criteria
• Juris Doctorate (JD), Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent
• At least 8 years’ experience, including at least 3 years at a law firm, providing legal advice on international business transactions, project finance or funds and/or integrity-related matters (such as anti-corruption laws, economic sanctions, etc.) or AML/CFT.
• Fluency in English plus one other major language relevant to the region
• Hands-on litigation and crisis management experience is a plus
• Working familiarity with laws and regulations, industry and international standards at the intersection of integrity and AML/CFT, is a plus
• Knowledge and understanding of international tax law principles, relating to tax evasion, tax transparency, use of intermediate jurisdictions in project structuring, and related party transactions, is a plus
• Familiarity and fluency with data analytics and reporting
• Experience with data sharing and data protection risk management
• Experience presenting engaging workshops and trainings to staff and management at all levels
• And Tackling All of the Above With
• Highly developed technical skills with solid judgment
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment on what to escalate
• Clear, concise, and cogent writing skills and ability to provide concrete recommendations
• Ability to build effective client relationships
• Genuine commitment to sharing knowledge and expertise
• Diplomacy and ability to work with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Highly personal integrity, strong values, and ethics
(Kshs55,000 – 60,000)
Our client who is a Law Firm is seeking to employ a Legal Secretary who shall directly report to the Managing Partner and the counsel she supports.
Responsibilities
• Transcribe and proofread legal documents.
• Accurately file documents with the court ahead of deadlines.
• Arrange travel arrangements for attorneys.
• File, organize, bind, scan, copy and fax legal documents in a timely manner.
• Answer phone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriate.
• Schedule court depositions, hearings, and other meetings.
• Facilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and provide timely reminders.
Qualifications
• 3+ years' experience as a paralegal or legal secretary.
• Familiarity with legal documents and terminology.
• Ability to type with a speed of at least 50 wpm with high accuracy.
• Able to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Able to work as a team with attorneys and other colleagues.
• Demonstrate a courteous and professional demeanor.
• Superior written and oral communication skills.
• KCSE C+ and above Mean grade;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office knowledge; Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Business Management; Secretarial
• Certification.
• Ability to multitask; work in great order, prioritization, attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills, of good temperament, good communication skills
Skills:
• Documentation Skills, Book keeping skills, Meeting Planning, Telephone Skills, Office Experience - General, PC
• Proficiency, Verbal Communication, Internal Communications, Dependability, Professionalism, Client Relationships; people skills.
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JOB DETAILS:
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:
• Providing advice on legal and corporate matters to the Centre through interpretation and writing legal opinions;
• Providing secretariat services to the Board on behalf of the Managing Director;
• Developing and reviewing relevant regulatory Legal framework for the better implementation of the Centre’s mandate;
• Coordinating and ensuring representation of the Centre in courts or other judicial authorities;
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, Service Level Agreements, Memorandum of Understanding, leases and other legal documents to ensure compliance to statutory requirements and the Centre’s policies;
• Liaising with the Attorney General, law enforcement agencies and stakeholders on all legal matters;
• Ensuring that Legal Audit Compliance is carried out to confirm compliance with relevant statutory requirements;
• Overseeing implementation of Mwongozo Code of Conduct at the Centre; and
• Formulating, drafting and facilitating gazettement of Legal Notices issued by the Centre.
Job Specification
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
• Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized university;
• Masters degree in Law or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Postgraduate diploma in Law from the Council of Legal Education;
• A minimum of Eight (8) years and at least three (3) experience in supervisory role in the Public or Private Sector;
• Admitted as an advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Current Practicing Certificate;
• Member to the Law Society of Kenya;
• Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership to Institute of Certified Public Secretary of Kenya (ICPSK);
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Demonstrable good results in work performance; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Key competencies and skills
• Organization and management skills;
• Leadership and managerial skills;
• Drafting skills;
• Report writing skills;
• Negotiation skills and arbitration skills; and
• Analytical skills.
Deadline of this Job: 17 August 2022
JOB DETAILS: What You'll Be
• An Integrity Counsel focusing on the Africa region
• A strategic partner to business teams (investment and advisory)
• A visible, vocal and influential champion for the proper management of integrity issues
• Reporting to the Principal Counsel – Head, Integrity Risk, who leads the Integrity unit in CBR
What You’ll Do
You’ll advise business teams with an independent voice on all core aspects of integrity risks as they impact IFC’s clients, partners, transactions and new products/initiatives in the above region, to include:
• Evaluating integrity and reputational risks, making recommendations, and providing solutions to mitigate risk
• Employing knowledge, expertise, and sound judgment to address IFC’s unique integrity risk profile
• Developing expertise in regional IDD issues across all sectors in which IFC works
• You’ll provide legal advice to business teams and management on integrity-related matters in transactions, new products/initiatives, and IFC operations generally, including on the following subjects:
• International and national anti-corruption/bribery laws and regulations (e.g., FCPA, UK Bribery Act, etc.)
• International standards and guidance relating to AML/CFT (e.g., issued by Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the Wolfsberg Group) as well as national AML/CFT laws and regulations
• Other integrity-related laws/regulations and legal issues that arise in IFC business, including laws and regulations intersecting with anti-money laundering and terrorist financing risk (AML/CFT)
• Economic sanctions (such as the UN, EU, UK, and US regimes) and other international trade sanctions and export controls
• Crisis management and legal advice related to significant integrity legal matters, including potential or actual litigation or involving complex legal issues
• The legal workings of the WBG Integrity Vice-Presidency (INT) and WBG Sanctions System
• You’ll also provide legal advice to business teams and management on integrity-related contractual provisions, to include:
• Reviewing current integrity-related provisions in IFC legal agreements
• Drafting new integrity-related provisions in IFC legal agreements and bespoke legal provisions in IFC financing documents
• Negotiating with clients to build out contractual protections on integrity-related matters
• Advising on integrity-related provisions for legal documentation relating to new products/initiatives
• Drafting disclosures for Board papers
Selection Criteria
• Juris Doctorate (JD), Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent
• At least 8 years’ experience, including at least 3 years at a law firm, providing legal advice on international business transactions, project finance or funds and/or integrity-related matters (such as anti-corruption laws, economic sanctions, etc.) or AML/CFT.
• Fluency in English plus one other major language relevant to the region
• Hands-on litigation and crisis management experience is a plus
• Working familiarity with laws and regulations, industry and international standards at the intersection of integrity and AML/CFT, is a plus
• Knowledge and understanding of international tax law principles, relating to tax evasion, tax transparency, use of intermediate jurisdictions in project structuring, and related party transactions, is a plus
• Familiarity and fluency with data analytics and reporting
• Experience with data sharing and data protection risk management
• Experience presenting engaging workshops and trainings to staff and management at all levels
• And Tackling All of the Above With
• Highly developed technical skills with solid judgment
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment on what to escalate
• Clear, concise, and cogent writing skills and ability to provide concrete recommendations
• Ability to build effective client relationships
• Genuine commitment to sharing knowledge and expertise
• Diplomacy and ability to work with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Highly personal integrity, strong values, and ethics
Deadline of this Job: 08 August 2022
JOB DETAILS: (Kshs55,000 – 60,000)
Our client who is a Law Firm is seeking to employ a Legal Secretary who shall directly report to the Managing Partner and the counsel she supports.
Responsibilities
• Transcribe and proofread legal documents.
• Accurately file documents with the court ahead of deadlines.
• Arrange travel arrangements for attorneys.
• File, organize, bind, scan, copy and fax legal documents in a timely manner.
• Answer phone calls, take notes/messages and redirect calls when appropriate.
• Schedule court depositions, hearings, and other meetings.
• Facilitate the meeting of deadlines by keeping multiple agendas and provide timely reminders.
Qualifications
• 3+ years' experience as a paralegal or legal secretary.
• Familiarity with legal documents and terminology.
• Ability to type with a speed of at least 50 wpm with high accuracy.
• Able to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Able to work as a team with attorneys and other colleagues.
• Demonstrate a courteous and professional demeanor.
• Superior written and oral communication skills.
• KCSE C+ and above Mean grade;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office knowledge; Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Business Management; Secretarial
• Certification.
• Ability to multitask; work in great order, prioritization, attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills, of good temperament, good communication skills
Skills:
• Documentation Skills, Book keeping skills, Meeting Planning, Telephone Skills, Office Experience - General, PC
• Proficiency, Verbal Communication, Internal Communications, Dependability, Professionalism, Client Relationships; people skills.
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