About the role

• The  Legal Intern will work under the supervision of the Senior Legal Officer, assisting with a variety of legal tasks, including contract review, legal research, drafting documents, and supporting the legal needs of our rapidly growing organization. This internship offers a valuable opportunity for hands-on experience in a dynamic environment, with exposure to real-world legal issues in the microfinance and asset leasing sector.

Key Responsibilities 

• Legal Research: Conduct legal research on various issues related to company law, labor law, contracts, and regulatory compliance to support the Senior Legal Officer in providing accurate and timely legal advice.
• Contract Review and Drafting: Assist in the drafting, reviewing, and proofreading of contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure they are legally sound and protect the company\’s interests.
• Policy Review: Assist in the review of the company\’s policies and procedures.
• Compliance Support: Help ensure that Tugende complies with all applicable laws and regulations, including assisting in preparing regulatory filings and documentation.
• Case Management: Assist in the management of ongoing legal cases, including maintaining case files, tracking deadlines, and following up on legal matters with relevant stakeholders.
• Document Preparation: Prepare and organize legal documents, correspondence, and reports as directed by the Senior Legal Officer.
• Client and Stakeholder Liaison: Assist in communication with clients, collaborators, external stakeholders, and external legal counsel to support the resolution of legal issues including assisting the Senior Legal Officer in any police related matters, including retrieval of impounded assets from the police and other security agencies.
• Administrative Support: Provide general administrative support to the Legal Department,  including scheduling meetings, maintaining legal files, and updating internal systems.
• Legal Education and Training: Participate in internal training sessions and workshops to develop a deeper understanding of the legal issues relevant to Tugende’s operations.
• Other Duties: Perform any other duties as assigned by the Senior Legal Officer to support the legal team and the broader organization.

Qualifications 

Education

• Recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university.

Professional Requirements

• Must have completed their LLB awaiting graduation.
• Basic understanding of Kenyan law, particularly in areas relevant to Tugende’s operations, such as commercial law, contract law, and regulatory compliance.

Experience & Skills

• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret legal documents and conduct thorough legal analysis.
• High acumen in emotional intelligence and social skills.
• Creative and analytical thinker with high problem solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in work.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Personal Attributes 

• Integrity: Demonstrates a high level of ethical standards and integrity in professional and personal conduct.
• Initiative: Proactive and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Team Player: Willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to new challenges and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Reliable: Highly reliable and dependable.
• Proactive & Life-long learner: Eager to learn and grow with a can-do attitude.

What will you gain?

• Professional Development: Gain practical experience in a leading company within the microfinance sector and exposure to a wide range of legal issues.
• Mentorship: Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced legal professionals.
• Meaningful work: Tugende’s work gives entrepreneurs the tools to earn a living for themselves and their families. We are changing the face of the boda industry in East Africa, and proving that young men with little education can take on the responsibility of financing a significant asset and earning a livable wage. Help be part of this movement!
• Great team: Tugende has a smart, fun, and growing team of hundreds Employees in Kenya and Uganda. We take our work seriously but love to joke and have fun.