East Africa Integrity Advisor - Nairobi - international finance corporation

Job title: Integrity Counsel – GG

Description

At the International Finance Corporation, we are dedicated to supporting businesses and investors in emerging markets. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in mitigating integrity risks and ensuring that our clients operate with the highest level of ethics and transparency.

Company Overview

The International Finance Corporation is a member of the World Bank Group and focuses on financing private sector investments in emerging markets. With a presence in over 100 countries, we have a deep understanding of the local business environment and regulatory landscape.

We work with over 2,000 businesses worldwide, creating opportunities where they are needed most. Our commitment to integrity and compliance ensures that our clients operate with the highest level of ethics and transparency.

Job Description

As an East Africa Integrity Advisor, you will be responsible for providing advice on international business transactions, project finance, investment funds, and litigation. You will evaluate integrity and reputational risks, making recommendations and providing solutions to mitigate risk.

You will develop expertise in regional IDD issues across all industries in which we work and demonstrate expertise related to the East Africa region. You will also draft disclosures for Board papers and assist with crisis management in portfolio projects.

You will provide legal advice to business teams and management on integrity-related matters in transactions, new products/initiatives, and our operations generally. This includes international and national anti-corruption/bribery laws and regulations, economic sanctions, and other integrity-related laws/regulations and legal issues that arise in our business.

You will also support the work of our Business Integrity Risk Division by assisting with corporate initiatives and working groups, particularly focused on Fragile and Conflict States (FCS), to identify possible integrity risk concerns and solutions and to enhance our delivery of services.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A Juris Doctorate (JD), Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent
• At least 8 years of working experience providing advice on international business transactions, project finance, investment funds, or litigation including experience advising on business integrity-related matters
• Law firm experience is a plus
• Prior experience working in East Africa or similar regions, with a deep understanding of the local business environment and regulatory landscape
• Proven track record in handling crisis situations, particularly those involving integrity and reputational risks
• Ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to complex integrity and compliance challenges

Benefits

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a retirement plan, medical, life and disability insurance, and paid leave. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce.