Job Summary
- Job Title: Regional Legal Support Manager
- Location: Kigali, Rwanda (Regional East & Central Africa)
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Industry: Legal / NGO / Development Sector
- Experience Level: Mid–Senior Level
- Application Deadline: 31 May 2026
About Inkomoko
Inkomoko is a leading social enterprise dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs to build strong, sustainable businesses that transform communities, create employment, and improve livelihoods across Africa.
Recognized by the Financial Times as one of Africa’s fastest-growing companies, Inkomoko continues to expand its footprint across East and Central Africa, supporting thousands of small and medium-sized businesses, including refugee-led enterprises.
Since its founding in 2012, the organization has supported over 100,000 entrepreneurs, providing access to business training, advisory services, and financing solutions. It is currently the largest investor in refugee entrepreneurs on the African continent.
With more than 850 staff across 50 offices in countries such as Rwanda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Chad, and South Sudan, Inkomoko is scaling its impact toward its 2030 vision—reaching over 550,000 entrepreneurs and impacting 7 million lives.
Editorial Note
This job listing is curated based on official organizational announcements and verified career postings from Inkomoko. Information is presented for educational and job awareness purposes.
Core Values at Inkomoko
All employees are guided by strong organizational values that shape their culture and mission:
- Purpose: Deliver high-quality, solution-oriented work that creates lasting impact
- Achievement: Go beyond limits and continuously strive for excellence
- Improvement: Embrace feedback and continuous learning with humility
- Bravery: Take initiative, act ethically, and promote inclusivity
- Unity (“We Eat Goat” spirit): Celebrate success and support each other as one team across cultures
Inkomoko is an equal opportunity employer strongly encouraging applications from women, refugees, and diverse professionals.
Inkomoko does not discriminate based on gender, nationality, disability status, or background. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Role Overview: Regional Legal Support Manager
Inkomoko is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Regional Legal Support Manager to coordinate legal operations across multiple countries in East and Central Africa.
This position reports directly to the General Counsel and plays a critical role in strengthening legal compliance, contract management, governance systems, and operational legal support across all country offices.
The ideal candidate is a proactive legal professional who can translate complex legal requirements into practical, business-friendly solutions across diverse jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
1. Regional Legal Coordination & Country Support
- Act as the central coordination link between country offices, external legal advisors, and the General Counsel
- Support legal, regulatory, labor, and compliance matters across multiple jurisdictions
- Track legal deadlines, filings, and active cases across regions
- Oversee legal documentation and ensure timely follow-up on compliance requirements
- Support registration, licensing, and operational setup for new country programs
2. External Legal Counsel Management
- Manage relationships with external law firms and in-country legal advisors
- Track deliverables, contracts, and invoices from external counsel
- Escalate high-risk legal matters to senior leadership when necessary
- Maintain updated records of legal partners and service providers across countries
3. Contract & Legal Documentation Management
- Support drafting, reviewing, and standardizing contracts, MOUs, and agreements
- Maintain a centralized legal filing and document management system
- Track contract renewals, expirations, and obligations
- Ensure secure archiving of all legal documents and agreements
4. Compliance & Governance Support
- Ensure organizational compliance with national laws and regulatory frameworks
- Coordinate audits and compliance documentation across country offices
- Support corporate filings, board resolutions, and statutory requirements
- Monitor legal and regulatory updates affecting operations
5. Legal Operations & Capacity Building
- Improve legal tracking systems, templates, and workflows
- Support staff training on legal awareness and compliance
- Prepare legal dashboards, summaries, and reports for leadership
- Assist in implementing legal policies and operational procedures
6. Dispute & Case Management Support
- Coordinate documentation for disputes, labor issues, investigations, and claims
- Support communication with external legal counsel on active cases
- Ensure secure handling of sensitive legal information
- Maintain organized case tracking systems
Requirements & Qualifications
Who We Are Looking For
- Strong organizational and coordination skills with attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities across different countries
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Strong understanding of contracts, employment law, and compliance risks
- Ability to work independently and handle confidential information
- Strong judgment and solution-oriented mindset
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification (required)
- Admission to practice law in at least one African country is an advantage
- 5–7 years of experience in legal, compliance, or legal operations roles
- Experience working across multiple jurisdictions preferred
- Background in NGOs, financial services, or development sector is an asset
- Strong contract drafting and legal coordination experience
- Fluency in English and French (required)
What You Will Gain
Joining Inkomoko means becoming part of a fast-growing, impact-driven organization where your work directly contributes to economic transformation across Africa.
Benefits include:
- Regional leadership exposure in a high-impact organization
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
- Health insurance for employee and family
- Savings and provident fund programs
- Generous annual leave, parental leave, and sabbatical opportunities
- Continuous learning and professional development
- Inclusive and diverse work environment
- Opportunity to directly impact millions of lives
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official Inkomoko careers portal.https://apply.workable.com/inkomoko/j/2CA2A0B094/apply/
📅 Application Deadline: 31st May 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications are subject to background checks and reference verification, including compliance with international misconduct disclosure standards.
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This job listing is based on publicly available career information. Applicants should always verify details directly through the official Inkomoko careers page before applying.
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