141 Compliance Roles jobs in Nairobi

Company Description

Refugee Legal Networks is a non-profit organization based in Kenya, registered under the Companies Act 2015 and accredited by the Law Society of Kenya. We work with refugees, asylum seekers, and related organizations to address their challenges through legal aid, advocacy, research, and empowerment programs. Our efforts include public interest litigation and providing civil and criminal representation on a pro bono basis. Our mission is to support and empower refugees and asylum seekers at both local and national levels.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-premise role for a Law Firm and NGO Receptionist located in Nairobi County, Kenya. The Receptionist will be responsible for managing incoming calls, greeting visitors, and performing clerical duties. Additional responsibilities include providing excellent customer service and ensuring effective communication within the office.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Phone Etiquette and Receptionist Duties
• Strong Clerical and Computer Basic Skills
• Excellent Communication and Customer Service skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workloads
• Relevant experience in a legal or non-profit setting is a plus
• College diploma or equivalent; additional qualifications are an advantage

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust corporate compliance programs, policies, and procedures across the organization.
• Provide expert legal advice and guidance on a wide range of corporate legal matters, including contracts, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex issues, providing clear and actionable recommendations.
• Oversee internal investigations and audits to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of legal documents, including agreements, policies, and disclosures.
• Advise on data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, POPIA) and ensure compliance with data protection laws.
• Manage external legal counsel and service providers as needed.
• Stay updated on changes in legislation and regulatory requirements impacting the business.
• Develop and deliver training programs to employees on compliance matters and legal policies.
• Collaborate with senior management and various departments to foster a strong culture of compliance and ethical conduct.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings or negotiations where necessary.

• A Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from a recognized university.
• Admission to the bar and a valid practicing license in a relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, with a significant focus on compliance and regulatory matters.
• Proven experience in developing and managing comprehensive compliance programs.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate governance principles, contract law, and commercial law.
• Familiarity with data protection laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage a demanding workload, and prioritize effectively in a remote environment.
• Demonstrated ability to advise senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.

• Admitted to the Bar and in good standing with a recognized legal professional body.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in corporate law, with a strong emphasis on transactional work and corporate governance.
• Proven experience advising on M&A, capital markets, corporate finance, and commercial contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate law principles, securities regulations, and compliance matters.
• Excellent legal research, analytical reasoning, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage legal projects independently in a remote setting.
• High ethical standards and a strong commitment to professional responsibility.
• Experience in cross-border transactions and international law is a significant asset.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Provide expert legal advice on corporate compliance matters, including anti-bribery, anti-corruption, data privacy, and sanctions.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's global compliance program, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential compliance vulnerabilities and propose mitigation strategies.
• Lead and manage internal investigations into alleged compliance violations.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to employees at all levels.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and external counsel as needed.
• Advise on the compliance implications of new business initiatives, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Stay current with changes in relevant laws and regulations and advise the business accordingly.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Legal, Audit, HR, and Business Units, to promote a strong compliance culture.
• Manage external counsel engaged in compliance-related matters.

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from a reputable institution.
• Admission to the bar in a relevant jurisdiction and good standing.
• Minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience in corporate compliance, preferably within a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Proven experience in developing and managing comprehensive compliance programs.
• Strong understanding of international compliance regulations and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience conducting internal investigations is essential.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and standard office software.
• This role is based in **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE**, requiring the candidate to be available for hybrid work arrangements, including in-office days as needed.

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive compliance programs and policies.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and assess their impact on the business.
• Advise senior management and business units on regulatory requirements and compliance strategies.
• Conduct internal investigations and audits to ensure adherence to policies and regulations.
• Manage relationships with regulatory bodies and external auditors.
• Oversee the company's anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) initiatives.
• Provide legal guidance on data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, Kenyan Data Protection Act).
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees.
• Review and advise on marketing materials and product offerings for regulatory compliance.
• Manage regulatory filings and reporting obligations.
• Represent the company in interactions with regulatory agencies.

Position:
Consultant – Product Manager

Project:
LG Digital Health Support for Ministry of Health – Kenya

Reporting to:
Deputy Director, Digital Health and Government Partnerships

Location :
Nairobi

Duration :
6 Months

Background
Living Goods (LG) has over fifteen years of experience in developing and implementing data-driven and digital performance management approaches for community health workers (CHWs) in Kenya and Uganda. We empower Community Health Workers (CHWs) with digital tools that enable them to deliver door-to-door care. As a partner, we are supporting the government of Kenya in the development and implementation of a robust national electronic health information system(eCHIS) to improve community health service delivery and supply chain, reporting and performance management for better health outcomes.

As we continue to support the government to continuously enhance eCHIS, Living Goods is looking to hire a Consultant Product Manager that will work with the team to ensure best practices continue to be embedded in the development life cycle.

Objective
The Product Manager for Digital Health Products will be responsible for driving the product strategy, managing the product roadmap, prioritizing backlog items, and overseeing the entire product development lifecycle. The role involves collaborating with internal and Ministry of Health in Kenya, ensuring product alignment, managing release schedules, and tracking performance and user satisfaction. The consultant will be additionally responsible for capacity building the Ministry of Health staff in product management ensuring sustainability and stability of the eCHIS suite of Apps.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Define the product strategy, manage the product roadmap, and prioritize backlog items to drive incremental changes and continuous delivery in an agile manner.
• Develop detailed product plans and release management schedules and keep key milestones on track.
• Coordinate with other stakeholders to develop detailed functional and non-functional requirements for software engineers.
• Manage the entire product development cycle from ideation, strategy, planning, development, testing, deployment, maintenance and support, and end of life
• Continuous stakeholder engagement to ensure that stakeholders and the engineering team are aligned on scope, priorities, and timelines.
• Drive collaboration between internal and external stakeholders on requirements definition, feature design and user interface enhancements using various tools e.g., user stories, flow charts and wireframes.
• Secure the necessary feature/product approvals with the required stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with clients, strategic partners, engineering teams, technology vendors, open-source communities, and other cross functional stakeholders to ensure optimal delivery.
• Oversee the routine maintenance of digital health products by closely working with digital operations and software engineering teams.
• Measure, track, improve and analyze product performance and user satisfaction metrics through iterative feedback loops.
• Provide status updates and required reports to key leadership, stakeholders, partners, and clients on product development

Skills & Competencies

• 5+ years of experience in a client-facing product management or software development role.
• Experience in the digital health sector, particularly within a non-profit organization.
• Proficiency in Agile Product Management methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban.
• Experience collaborating closely with engineering teams, external digital health partners, and end users.
• Fluency in navigating technical discussions with the ability to translate users' needs into business requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including end users, strategic partners, and technical teams.
• Proven ability to lead teams and projects successfully.
• Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams to achieve project and organizational goals.
• Comfort in a rapidly changing environment, with the ability to handle uncertainty and drive problem-solving initiatives.
• Ability to think out-of-the-box to solve complex problems and drive innovation.
• Creative thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Strong curiosity with a love of learning and exploring new technologies with potential for innovation.
• Enthusiasm and passion for digital health for development.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Product Management, Information and Communication, Health Informatics , Digital Health, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Product development, innovations and design certifications an added advantage.
• Proven experience in product management, with a track record of successfully managing digital health products or similar complex products.
• Strong understanding of agile methodologies and experience managing product backlogs, release schedules, and delivery cycles.
• Experience working within the public health sector and cross-functional teams, including engineering, communications, and operations.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with tracking product performance metrics and user feedback.

Living Goods is an equal - opportunity employer and will consider every qualified applicant for employment. Living Goods does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability.
Our current job openings are displayed on our website, where you can search for open positions and apply directly. Living Goods does not offer any positions without an interview and never asks candidates for money. If you are asked for money, we strongly recommend that you do not respond and do not send money or personal information. If offered a role at Living Goods, we'll request consent to complete a background check, which is part of our hiring process.