Compliance Officer at Africa Internet Group
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Who We Are: Africa Internet Group
(AIG) is the leading internet group of Africa with already over 3000 employees
in 26 African countries and huge successes such as Jumia.com, Kaymu.com,
Hellofood.com, Lamudi.com, Jovago.com, EasyTaxi.com, Carmudi.com and
Lendico.com.
Africa is one of the fastest growing
economies in the globe, offering excellent opportunities in a vibrant and
booming environment.
Its economic growth has enabled
innovative businesses to flourish and this is where AIG steps in.
We want to create a well-balanced
team of talented, truly dynamic and highly motivated individuals with a passion
for emerging markets and Africa.
Job Description
Responsibilities will include
supporting the Africa Internet Group on all legal and regulatory issues across
East Africa, including:
- Drafting of and review of contracts with
partners and suppliers
- Assistance with HR compliance
- Conducting legal research
- Assisting with litigation or assertion
efforts
- Licensing efforts
- Ensuring full compliance with all relevant
regulatory bodies
- Developing policies, processes and manuals
around compliance
- Providing advice and guidance on legal risk
exposure
Minimum Educational
Requirements:
- Law Degree and graduate from the Kenya School
of Law
- Holder of a valid Practicing Certificate
- Holder of CPS (K) will be an added
advantage
Required Experience:
- At least 4 years’ experience in a
corporate/commercial law environment in East Africa
- Admitted Advocate with a good understanding of
East Africa Law
Required Skills &
Competencies:
- Fluent in both written and spoken English,
Swahili
- Action and results oriented
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong inter-personal skills: Convince the
people and your team that you are making the right decisions
- Well organized
- Resistant to stress
- Very independent with a strong ability to go
further than the expectations
- Excellent written and oral communication
skills
- Ability to understand new technologies with
ability to communicate with the technical community
- Being able to prioritize daily tasks
- Corporate Governance management skills.
We offer:
- A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet
structured environment
- The opportunity to become part of a highly
professional and dynamic team working around the world
- An unparalleled personal and professional
growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of
leaders for our future internet ventures
How to Apply:
Interested and suitable qualified
candidates to submit their application, including a detailed CV, daytime
telephone contact, and two professional referees to:
hr.kenya@africainternetholding.com
on or before Friday 4th March 2016
Give details of your current salary and the expectation in this position on the body of your Application Letter. Specify the position you are applying for as the subject of your application. .i.e. Application – Compliance Officer – Africa Internet Group
Africa Internet Group is an equal opportunity employer.
Please note that only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Canvassing will lead to automatic
disqualification.
No phone calls please
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