East Africa Integrity Counsel Position

1 day ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya international finance corporation Full time
Role Summary:
">Integrity Counsel at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is responsible for advising business teams on integrity risks in East Africa. This position involves evaluating and mitigating risks to ensure the integrity of IFC projects and transactions.
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">Company Overview:
The IFC is a leading international finance institution that focuses on financing private sector investments in emerging markets. With a presence in over 100 countries and approximately 800 staff in Africa, the organization has invested more than $60 billion in African businesses and financial institutions. In FY24, the IFC achieved its highest-ever volume, with total commitments exceeding $56 billion. The company prioritizes business integrity and risk management to maintain its reputation as a preeminent international organization operating in the private sector.
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">Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
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  • Providing independent advice to business teams on core aspects of integrity risks affecting IFC clients, partners, transactions, and new products/initiatives in East Africa.">
  • Evaluating and mitigating integrity and reputational risks through recommendations and solutions.">
  • Employing knowledge, expertise, and sound judgment to address IFC's unique integrity risk profile.">
  • Developing expertise in regional IDD issues across all industries where IFC operates.">
  • Demonstrating expertise related to the East Africa region.">
  • Drafting disclosures for Board papers.">
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Requirements:
The ideal candidate will possess:
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  • A Juris Doctorate (JD), Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent degree.">
  • 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.">
  • A 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.">
  • Strong working knowledge in supporting the origination, design, implementation, management, oversight, and monitoring of investment projects, a plus.">
  • Strong understanding of international best practices and global trends in integrity management; good knowledge of regional trends in Eastern Africa.">
  • Ability to synthesize complex information and make concrete strategic and tactical recommendations.">
  • Excellent interpersonal skills demonstrating strong teamwork and collaboration, with a demonstrated track record as a team member on complex projects and programs.">
  • Ability to communicate ideas clearly and confidently, and credibly represent IFC with clients and stakeholders, including at the senior management level, in both the public and private sectors.">
  • Strong client relationship management skills, including the ability to develop and maintain mutually beneficial stakeholder relationships with senior management and ensure timely and appropriate follow-up.">
  • Strong organizational skills, with an ability to work under time pressure, in unstructured situations, and in case of unexpected events; agility to respond to shifts in client priorities while ensuring delivery.">
  • Strong sense of accountability and capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment.">
  • Excellent written and oral communication in English and another major language are required.">
  • Highly developed technical skills with solid judgment.">
  • Ability to work independently and demonstrate sound judgment on what to escalate.">
  • Clear, concise, and cogent writing skills and ability to provide concrete recommendations.">
  • Ability to build effective client relationships.">
  • Digital dexterity.">
  • Genuine commitment to sharing knowledge and expertise.">
  • Diplomacy and ability to work with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.">
  • Highly personal integrity, strong values, and ethics.">
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">Benefits:
The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan, medical, life, and disability insurance, paid leave, including parental leave, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. Learn more about working at the World Bank and IFC, including our values and inspiring stories.

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