Inkomoko’s vision is an Africa with thriving communities where young people and refugees are engaged, communities have access to relevant innovations for self-determination, and where African solutions are unleashed to solve African problems. Founded in 2012, Inkomoko has provided business advisory and access to finance for thousands of entrepreneurs across East Africa. As the largest investor in refugee businesses, we have disbursed more than $6M in capital to more than 3000 clients. This affordable finance for Inkomoko entrepreneurs helps them grow their businesses, create jobs, and improve their livelihoods. As we look forward, Inkomoko is developing new ways to engage communities to thrive. Creating meaningful market linkages, expanding to secondary cities, and advocating for economic inclusion, Inkomoko has added these community-based approaches to our enterprise development work. By 2030, Inkomoko will be in 8 countries, serving more than half a million small businesses, creating a positive impact for more than 7 million people across the Continent.Key Responsibilities: Legal Coordination and Country Support Serve as the primary coordination point between country teams, external legal advisors, and the General Counsel. Support country offices on routine legal, regulatory, labor, compliance, and operational matters. Track legal issues, deadlines, filings, and ongoing legal actions across all countries. Coordinate legal documentation and ensure timely follow-up on country legal requirements. Support onboarding of new country operations, registrations, licenses, and renewals. External Legal Counsel Management Coordinate engagement with in-country legal advisors and law firms. Support the review, tracking, and administration of external legal counsel deliverables and invoices. Ensure timely escalation of legal risks and complex matters to the General Counsel. Maintain updated contact databases and engagement records for legal partners across countries. Contract and Documentation Management Support drafting, review, formatting, and administration of contracts, agreements, MOUs, and legal correspondence. Maintain centralized legal filing and contract management systems. Ensure executed contracts and legal documents are properly archived and accessible. Track contract renewals, expirations, and key legal obligations. Compliance and Governance Support Support organizational compliance with local legal and regulatory requirements. Coordinate periodic legal compliance reviews and document collection from country teams. Support filing of corporate documents, board resolutions, registrations, and statutory submissions. Monitor and organize updates on legal and regulatory developments affecting operations. Legal Operations and Training Develop and improve legal tracking systems, templates, and workflows. Support legal awareness sessions and training for staff on key legal and compliance topics. Prepare summaries, reports, and dashboards on legal matters and trends for leadership review. Support implementation of legal policies, procedures, and operational guidance. Dispute and Investigation Support Coordinate documentation and case management related to disputes, investigations, labor matters, and claims. Support evidence collection, document organization, and communication with external counsel. Maintain confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive legal information. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Strong organizational and coordination skills with high attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities across several countries and teams. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Practical understanding of employment law, contracts, compliance, and operational legal risks. Ability to work independently while managing sensitive and confidential information. Solutions-oriented mindset with strong judgment and professionalism.     Experience & Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or related legal qualification required. Admission to practice law in at least one African jurisdiction is an added advantage. Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant legal, compliance, or legal operations experience. Experience working across multiple African jurisdictions is preferred. Experience supporting external legal counsel and cross-functional teams. Strong drafting, documentation, and legal coordination skills. Experience in NGO, financial services, social enterprise, or development sectors is an advantage. Fluency in English & French required. WHAT YOU'LL GET This role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you’ll access: A leadership role with regional influence and the opportunity to shape Inkomoko’s financial future. Meaningful work that directly contributes to sustainable livelihoods and job creation across East and Central Africa. Competitive salary, and potential Performance-based bonus Incredible company culture, with opportunities for learning and growth Diverse colleagues across the region, and policies that demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion  A dynamic and entrepreneurial team environment committed to innovation and social impact Ability to make a significant social impact to your community Health insurance for self and family Staff savings and provident fund, negotiated bank rates for long-term employees Generous annual leave, parental leave, and sabbatical options.