Compliance Officer

Title: COMPLIANCE OFFICER

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a Compliance Officer, reporting directly to the Chief of Party and Country Director, to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Position Description:

The Compliance Officer oversees all aspects of accountability and transparency.  S/he reviews and evaluates compliance issues/concerns within the organization and its programs. The position ensures the management, employees, and partners are in compliance with the rules and regulations of regulatory agencies, that organizational policies and procedures are being followed, and that behavior in the organization meets the Code of Conduct.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure development, maintenance and regular review of policies and procedures of a compliance program to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct.
• Develop internal audit review plans, focusing on the audit of operations and processes.
• Work with the Human Resources Department, and others as appropriate, to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers.  This includes working with other departments to monitor and support compliance, transparency, and accountability.
• Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop/implement corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues, and provide general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.
• Act as an independent review and evaluation body to assess and address compliance issues and propose solutions.
• Monitor the performance of all compliance initiatives and relates activities on a continuing basis, taking appropriate steps to improve their effectiveness.
• Provide reports on a regular basis to the senior management on the progress of compliance efforts.

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants for this position must demonstrate capacity to deliver results, and a strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.  In addition, they must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Rwandan national

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, Management or any other related discipline
• Successful completion of USAID Rules & Regulations Training
• One or more relevant professional certifications (i.e. CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE)

Required Skills and Experience: 

• A minimum of 3 years experience in USAID-funded programs. 
• A minimum of at least 2 years audit experience is required
• Public accounting firm and/or NGO accounting experience is desirable
• Ability to review and sharpen operational, financial, quality assurance, and human resource procedures and regulations.
• Ability to observe and understand business processes ensuring processes are documented completely and accurately.
• Ability to apply audit standards through practical application
• Proactive in researching business best practice concepts in order to apply as appropriate Solid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic – inquisitive
• Strong organization and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments
• Possess an appropriate combination of technical expertise in fields such as auditing, finance, technology, operations, or investigations
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and accounting software.

Language capabilities:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Kinyarwanda.

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form: 

http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda

Careers in Banking - Legal Manager, Special Assets at Bank of Africa - Uganda Ltd. (BOA)

Job Title:  Legal Manager, Special Assets

Organisation: Bank of Africa - Uganda Ltd. (BOA)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About US:

Bank of Africa - Uganda Ltd. is part of GROUPE BANK OF AFRICA (BOA) comprising 16 Commercial Banks, 3 Leasing Companies, 2 Investment Companies, a Stock Brokerage Company, an Asset Management Company and a Mortgage Bank. It spans 15 African countries and France, employing over 5,000 people.

Job Summary:  The BOA Legal Manager, Special Assets will be responsible for overseeing all legal aspects of the Bank’s special assets including client reviews, litigation, restructuring, reorganization and debt recovery.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:        

• Oversee all legal work relating to special assets;
• Supervise and control all correspondence and recovery documentation on special assets accounts;
• Manage the Bank’s external lawyers on all matters relating to special assets;
• Regularly review legal briefs and attend court on behalf of the Bank where necessary;
• Works closely with Senior Management, prepare and negotiate positions with clients, and represent the Bank in all cases of mediation and arbitration;
• Lead the drafting and review of contracts and service level agreements (SLA's) between the Bank and third party service providers;
• Continuously provide briefs to management on the progress of litigation cases, and provide regular, compressive reports on the allocated portfolio and related legal progress;
• Provide general legal advice to the special assets department and management at large.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The ideal candidate should hold a Law degree from a recognized university. Possession of an MBA or professional qualification will be an added advantage;
• Be an enrolled advocate of the High Court of Uganda;
• A minimum of five or more years’ experience in court litigation and debt recovery preferably in the financial industry;
• Strong knowledge of the relevant legal and financial regulatory framework in Uganda;
• Excellent ICT skills;
• Conscientiousness and attention to details;
• Self-drive and results focus;
• Self-organization and task effectiveness;
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills;
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written and presentation);
• Confidence and assertiveness;
• Good networking skills, tact and diplomacy; with ability to influence key people inside and outside the Bank;
• Team player with good interpersonal skills;
• Possess the ability to work under pressure, and exercise excellent judgment.

How to Apply: 

All candidates who wish to join the banking industry should send a cover letterand up-to date curriculum vitae strictly by email (no scans) to the address below. Your application should include three references. Please indicate the job title, ‘Legal Manager -Special Assets’ in the subject line.

Talent Manager, Bank of Africa - Uganda Ltd.

Email to: boajobs@boauganda.com

Deadline: 6^th April, 2015

New legal Officer Kenyan Jobs

Legal Kenyan Jobs

Our client, a Business Strategy Consultancy is in need of a Legal Officer.

Purpose
Provide legal advice on all matters as required from time to time

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to carry out legal research, drafting and writing legal reports, commercial contracts and agreements
• Ability to handle court assignments in the lower and high court involving legal process and procedures on all matters
• Ability to carry out general conveyance in corporate property matters
• Good dissemination and presentation skills on diverse legal issues
• Assist and co-ordinate in legal research on litigation matters for a busy company
• Undertake conveyance pertaining to all corporate properties
• Carry out investigations and ad hoc assignments for management
• Report and present legal research and investigation findings to the management as delegated, discuss and agree on management action and assist in subsequent implementation
• Ensure full compliance with law, legislative issues, policies and procedures as stipulated by the statutes
• Ensure the company is abreast with new legislative effect(s)
• Ensure compliance to Laws, By-Laws and legislative requirements in all corporate matters
• Prepare and compute legal data

Qualifications

• LLB from a recognized University and an advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Minimum of 3 years legal practice
• An advocate of the High Court of Kenya
• Holder of current practicing certificate
• Must be competent, articulate and capable of dealing with complex litigation without supervision
• Excellent organization skills
• Certified Public Secretary (CPS) qualification is an added advantage
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise judgement and make decisions to promote smooth workflow, which requires a strong overall knowledge of departmental operations.

If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to resume@interviewupconsulting.com

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

JSC National Envt Tribunal Chairperson

JSC Kenya Jobs 2014. 
Republic of Kenya
Judicial Service Commission

The National Environment Tribunal is established under Part XII of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act (EMCA).

Pursuant to Section 125(1)(a) of EMCA, the Judicial Service Commission of Kenya invites applications from qualified persons for the following position:

Position: Chairperson of the National Environment Tribunal
Job Reference Number: V/No.2/2014
Number of Posts: 1
Terms of Service: 3 years (part time and renewable)
Work Station: Headquarters
Closing Date: 20-Mar-2014

Requirements
For appointment to this position, an applicant must be in possession of the following qualifications:-

• hold a law degree from a recognized university, or are advocates of the High Court of Kenya, or possess an equivalent qualification in a common-law jurisdiction;
• at least ten (10) years’ experience as a Superior Court Judge or professionally qualified Magistrate; or
• at least ten (10) years’ experience as a distinguished academic or legal practitioner or such experience in other relevant legal field; or
• held the qualifications specified in paragraphs (2) and (3) for a period amounting, in aggregate, to ten (10) years:
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution and be of high moral character, integrity and impartiality.

In addition, the applicants must demonstrate a high degree of professional competence, communication skills, fairness, good temperament, good judgment in both legal and life experiences and commitment to public and community service.

Notes:-
Experience may have been gained in Kenya or in any other country with a Common Law jurisdiction.
Knowledge and experience in environmental matters will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Chairperson of the National Environment Tribunal shall be responsible for:-

• presiding over all proceedings where he/she is present in person;
• participating in hearing and determination of all appeals which come before the Tribunal;
• carrying out inquiry into the appeals lodged including summoning witnesses, taking evidence and calling for production of books and other documents;
• making finding thereupon and notifying parties concerned of the awards, judgements, orders, rulings and decrees issued by the Tribunal;
• making rules of the Tribunal with respect to the filing, hearing and disposal of appeals and other matters before the tribunal; and
• providing requisite leadership to ensure the Tribunal attains a high level of competitiveness and ethical standards in its entire programmes.

Important Information
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications by:-
(1) Filing an online Application for Employment Form available on the Judiciary website:www.judiciary.go.ke/jobs or clicking the vacancies link on the website.

Applicants should upload soft copies of the following documents to the online application as provided:-
a) A letter of application.
b) Declaration of income and liabilities as at the time of making the application, using the prescribed forms (The Declaration of Income, Assets and Liabilities Form JSC 2b can be downloaded from the Judiciary website – www.judiciary.go.ke .

c) Detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae with telephone, e-mail and other contacts of three (3) referees who must be familiar with the applicant’s previous work experience.

d) Certified copies of certificates, testimonials and professional certificates and academic transcripts.(2) Applicants are also required to forward one (1) hard copy of the completed Employment

Application Form including all the attachments cited above.

To:
The Secretary Judicial Service Commission
P.O. Box 30041 – 00100
Nairobi

E-mail: jscsecretariat@judiciary.go.ke

Commission Secretariat:
Mayfair Centre,
Ralph Bunche Road, Upper Hill,
Nairobi, 5th Floor

So as to reach the Commission not later than 20th March, 2014 AT 5.00 P.M.

HR & Legal Officer Job Opportunity

HR & Legal Jobs in Kenya
Human Resources & Legal Officer

Our client is a young dynamic and innovative company in the IT sector involved in the provision of IT services, solutions and systems. They aspire to deliver innovation by developing exciting products geared to meet the needs of an individual or an entire community beyond the borders.

Are you passionate about working in a technologically evolving work environment by providing legal solutions and advise for corporate and commercial business needs? Do you love working with people and passionate for corporate and commercial law?

We have an interesting opportunity for a client looking for an energetic, self-driven,intelligent and experienced Human Resources and Legal Officer.

Job Purpose/Summary:

• The job holder shall ensure the best legal approach is taken for business ventures. The job holder will work with the Commercial department and divisions to address the internal and external legal concerns of the business along handling Human Resource Administrative duties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Legal:
• Drawing and ensuring of proper execution of contracts/MOUs by authorized signatories.
• Provision of sound legal advice to the Management of the company and staff thereof.
• Drafting and lodging in relevant registries conveyancing documents for the company.
• Register title documents for the company’s properties and ensure that all properties are properly accounted for.
• Liaise with external lawyers to facilitate collection and preparation of information related to court cases and court hearings.
• Ensure the company meets its legal obligations and complies with all regulatory requirements.
• Providing legal guidance in developing product and deal structures and providing transaction advice.
• Providing day to day legal support to different products and structured funds and product platforms.
• Drafting of legal documentation including drafting Term Sheet, business contracts, Business memorandums and other transactional documents as the case may be.
• Liaising with business contacts as well as external legal counsel on business matters.
• Reviewing contracts and other legal documentation.
• Carrying our compliance on various business application/investment documents.
• Carrying out risk and compliance reviews as well as maintaining risk and compliance registers.
• Human Resource Management
• Undertake administrative duties supporting various HR processes including induction; probation procedure and drafting of employment contracts.
• Identifying and applying HR best practices and tools to help the company improve its performance.
• Implement operational policies, which are consistent with good practices and conform to national and regional legislation as well as Kenya Statutory requirements.
• Support in designing, implementation and monitoring of performance management systems including KPI’s.
• Implement and review the company’s benefits scheme (medical, pension, life cover, other cash and non-cash benefits)
• Advise and guide the top and line managers on HR related matters.
• Maintaining personal records of employees on matters such as wages, leave and preparing reports.
• Handle disciplinary issues amicably among the employees as of when they arise and where necessary act upon within the company’s policy and procedure framework.
• Formulate and oversee the implementation of Human Resource policies and procedures.
• Protect organization’s value by keeping information confidential.

Required Qualifications

• Holder of a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized University.
• Be an Advocate of High Court of Kenya with a diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
• A diploma in Human Resource Management will be an added advantage.
• Have 3-4 years’ experience in Conveyance, Contract drafting and Human Resource Management.
• Have experience in contract negotiations and drafting.
• Proven experience in Commercial and Conveyancing laws, documentation and procedures.

Competencies

• A team player willing to work with minimum supervision.
• Be a person of integrity with high morals and professional ethical values.
• Excellent communication, presentation research and analysis skills.
• High levels of energy, creativity and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work under pressure and multi-task between various briefs.
• Ability to plan, prioritize and organize.
• High integrity.

How to apply:
If you are interested in the position and have the skills and competencies our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you.

Please forward a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to info@dorbe-leit.co.ke (Indicating the JOB TITLE on the Subject Line) before close of business 7th March 2014.

Only successful candidates will be contacted. For more vacancies visit our websitewww.dorbe-leitrecruit.co.ke

CARE International Legal Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

CARE International in Kenya is looking for well organized and highly motivated individuals who are result-oriented to fill the following position:

Job Title: Legal Officer

Ref: LO/2/2014

Title Holder: TBD

Grade: To be determined after Job assessment with HR
 

Workstation: Nairobi, with at least 30% travel to the field for investigations, research, clients’ discussions, assessments, verifications and representation.

Effective date: March 2014

Contract Period: Initial 6 month with possibility of Extension
 

Reports to: Country Director

Job Summary

The Legal Officer provides management with legal advice and undertakes legal actions emanating from organization’s relationships. She/he will play advisory and representation role, in handling various legal aspects the organization.

The incumbent identifies, mitigates risks and actively addresses risks emanating from contractual engagements and organizational relationships.

S/he proactively analyses, researches and provides advise related to contractual matters between CARE and parties, program contracts with organization, consulting with the legal counsel, managers, leases,
funding agreements, and licenses. S/he undertakes case follow ups including fighting lawsuits and preparing reports.

The legal officer works to ensure the legal protection of all the operations of the organization.

The incumbent will advice and guide the senior management on compliance to all legal issues and to ensure organizations compliance with legal requirements.

S/he has to manage various tasks and study contracts, hold consultations with management and CAREs legal counsel to make decisions about legal matters.

Legal Officer Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Responsibility 1: Legal advice and representation (60%)

1.1. Interacts with CARE Kenya counterparts such as members of the Senior Management Team to advise them on all aspects of legal implications specific to projects or programs.

1.2. Prepares inputs in all decision making procedures and for planning strategies and informs contracts and agreements

1.3. Assessing/Reviewing legal documents (i.e. contracts and agreements), and ensures legal protection of the organization.

1.4. Provides advise on risks and mitigation measures and follows corrections and implementation of mitigation measures

1.5. Takes part in high level planning/ organizing meetings and gives legal advices to avoid lawsuits and legal consequences

1.6. Preparing reports on all legal matters and presenting them to management and to legal representative (s)

1.7. Develop and maintain a network of peers with other legal advisors of similar organizations in Kenya.

2. Legal Support

2.1. Prepare, manage and keep up to date the legal cases register for CARE Kenya, in close coordination with the Deputy Director, Program Support and the Country Director.

2.2. Works closely with CARE Kenya’s legal counsels / advisors on all legal matters of the organization

2.3. Ensures appropriate research for all legal cases – legitimacy of contract deals, lawsuit investigations etc.

2.4. Assessing ongoing cases and executing the best course of action

2.5. Prepare legal queries and facilitates solicitation of legal opinions from external counsel to identify legal and regulatory risks and issues for pursuit

2.6. Assessing agreements and partnership deeds for minimizing /eradicating risks and exposure

2.7. Assisting in drafting different types of legal documents

2.8. Performing investigations on the litigation causes, collecting evidences to present to legal representatives and/or in the court and, arranging the groundwork to successfully represent the organization

2.9. Ensures the compliance and renewals of all licenses, contracts, agreements and permits of the organization

2.10. Handling tax issues

2.11. Managing legal implications of new contracts of the organization

2.12. Preparing/updating legal documents and ensuring confidentiality

2.13. Keeping track of new updates in corporate and business law and provide advice and follow up management actions accordingly.

2.14. Performing negotiations for contracts with other parties

2.15. Participating in planning of budgets for legal pursuits and reviewing requests for payments

2.16. Ensuring organizational information and knowledge is copyrighted and protected and ensuring enforcing copyrights.
 

3. Responsibility 2: Risk Management (30%)

3.1. Ensure and provide support to the CO for timely identification of legal risks to the CO and communicating to the director and the head of departments for mitigation measures

3.2. Protecting organization from legal litigations

3.3. Ensuring mitigation measures are implemented timely to prevent loses, enhancing accountability and performance

3.4. Works with other departments to ensure that all legal formalities like tax payments, assets maintenance, agreements of lease and other obligations are fulfilled in time

3.5. Participates in risk management sessions that have a bearing on legal matters, reviews risk reports for purposes of managing key risks and efficiency in the risk management process.

3.6. Provides guidance and supports follow ups on investigative audits reports and their outcomes

3.7. May be required to travel to different locations to resolve legal issues, support investigative audits/follow ups, and assess the real estate value on behalf of the organization

3.8. Keeps track of the latest changes and law regulations with regards to organizations’ status and advises accordingly

3.9. Attends committee meetings and articulates necessary measures to mitigate legal risks and gurantee protection of the organization’s interest.

Spending Authority: None
 

Contacts/Key Relations

1.     Internal: Receives management support from the Country Director and designates, other directors and unit heads program/program support managers

2.     External: Liaison with organization legal representative

Working conditions:

1. Normal working conditions in a city setup. The employee will also undertake frequent visits to partners and to external sources for purposes of meeting Job responsibilities. This includes travel to remote areas and therefore has exposure to road and air travel risks and security risks.

2. Qualifies for commuter and telephone allowance to enhance communication with external and internal stakeholders for work related assignments.

Professional Qualifications and Experience Desired

·         Degree in Law, and an advocate of the high court of Kenya

·         A minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position with good organizational skills.

·         Excellent knowledge about all types of legal matters related to the operations of an organization and corporate law, law of contracts, criminal and civil law

·         Excellent logical and examination skills

·         Excellent negotiation and communication skills

·         Excellent decision making abilities

·         Excellent analysis capabilities

·         Be able to work long hours and visit remote locations whenever necessary

·         Team leadership skills essential including: team management and staff development skills; implementation of performance management systems and ability to give and receive constructive feedback.

·         Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, as well be able to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team, in a fast–paced environment requiring multi‐tasking and work under pressure

·         Experience in negotiating with external parties

Applications

If you feel you meet the requirements for any of these positions, send your application letter indicating the reference number, title of the position along with an updated CV  and telephone contacts of three professional referees to:

The Human Resources & Development Manager,

CARE International in Kenya,

Email: Vacancies@care.or.ke

so as to be received not later than 28th February, 2014.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

CARE International in Kenya does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees)