Legal Intern

Fresh Life is an award-winning social venture based in Nairobi, Kenya. We undertake two exciting lines of work:

• We provide safe, sustainable sanitation services to residents living in urban informal settlements of Nairobi, Kisumu and Eldoret using end-to-end non-sewered sanitation solutions. Watch here!

• We partner with cities to develop and deliver safe sanitation and waste management for urban residents. Using a systematic methodology, we match cities’ sanitation and waste management needs with technology and service delivery models, and then offer clear guidance on the steps that governments, funders, service providers and technology developers can take to develop and implement integrated service delivery systems. 

Operational since 2011, The Sanergy Collaborate serves over 150,000 urban residents with safe sanitation services every day and safely removes nearly 20,000T of sanitation waste per year. We have built a team of over 400 employees from diverse backgrounds who all embody the drive, creativity, teamwork, and passion that make us achieve our goals. For our work, we have been recognized by the Gates Foundation as part of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals accelerator and by Fast Company as one of the 10 most innovative companies in the world doing social good and one of the 10 best companies in Africa.

The legal Intern will join the Business Risk Management team to support the daily operations and evaluate our PESTEL business environment. This job requires a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual. The legal intern will be attached to the legal and risk management team to support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks to the organization.

• Conduct legal research and analysis on various topics, including corporate governance, contracts, and regulatory compliance

• Assist in the drafting and review of legal documents, including contracts, policies, and procedures.

• Conduct risk assessments and analyze data to identify potential risks.

• Assist in the development of risk mitigation plans and strategies.

• Collaborate with other departments to identify and manage cross-functional risks.

• Conduct research on emerging risks and best practices in risk management and legal compliance

• Assist in the development of risk awareness training materials for employeesProvide administrative support to the legal and risk management team as needed

Key Result Areas

• Assist in the development of a legal & risk training module for key compliance areas on a monthly basis.

• Develop and implement a system for monitoring compliance with a specific regulatory requirement, ensuring that all relevant departments are meeting compliance obligations and that necessary documentation is maintained.

• Develop and deliver a communications plan to keep key stakeholders informed of legal and risk management developments, such as changes in regulations or emerging risks in the industry.

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor of Law, Business, Risk Management or related course

• 6 months - 1 year of experience in a corporate legal environment

• Knowledge of legal principles and practices is a plus.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and PowerPoint

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Adaptability: Adapting to changes in priorities, processes, or procedures, and maintaining a positive attitude in the face of challenges.