CHRISTINE WANGUI KARIUKI
Nairobi,
Summary
Legal Counsel with over 7 years of experience providing compliance and employment law guidance to NGOs, international organizations, and startups. Specialized in risk mitigation, internal investigations, and contract drafting and negotiation across common law jurisdictions. Demonstrated ability to deliver effective legal solutions that enable mission-driven organizations to expand operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate
Bowry and Company Advocates
Nairobi
09.2023 - Current
- Provided corporate and commercial advisory services to over 30 NGOs, startups, and international organizations.
- Drafted and negotiated contracts, MoUs, and service level agreements to protect client interests.
- Delivered employment law compliance support, including drafting employment contracts and HR policies.
- Reviewed employment-related documentation to reduce risk exposure and prevent legal disputes.
- Conducted tailored legal training for HR teams on employment standards and led disciplinary proceedings.
- Facilitated cross-border company formation for regional expansion of startups and nonprofits.
- Supervised junior advocates and legal trainees while implementing a mentorship program to enhance service quality.
Associate
Bowry and Company Advocates
Nairobi
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Drafted employment contracts and HR policies for NGOs, startups, and donor-funded entities to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
- Collaborated with in-house counsel on dispute resolution strategies, addressing internal investigations and litigation support.
- Advised on data governance by registering under Data Protection Act and drafting privacy policies.
- Prepared NDAs, confidentiality agreements, and IP ownership clauses, overseeing trademark registration at KIPI.
Writer and Editor
News Illustrated
03.2019 - Current
- Creating illustrated and written content that explores the intersection of law and social justice.
- Translating complex legal and social issues into accessible storytelling formats to engage wider audiences—including youth and marginalized communities—on various human rights violations.
- Supporting public education and advocacy through creative communication strategies that bridge legal knowledge and human rights awareness.
Legal and Compliance Officer
Horizon Institute
Nairobi
11.2018 - 02.2021
- Drafted and negotiated various donor funding agreements, sub-grant contracts, and consultancy agreements.
- Advised on legal structuring for cross-border operations, ensuring compliance with NGO laws in Kenya and Somaliland.
- Conducted legal risk reviews of internal policies to ensure compliance and maintain defensibility.
- Collaborated with program teams to integrate legal safeguards into project design and implementation.
Education
Diploma of Law -
Kenya School of Law
Kenya 12-2021
Bachelor of Laws -
Rhodes University
South Africa04-2019
Bachelor of Social Science - Psychology
Rhodes University
South Africa04-2017
Skills
- Contract drafting and negotiation
- Employment law advisory
- Cross-border legal compliance
- Legal and compliance training
- Intellectual property management
- Data protection advisory
Languages
English
First Language
Swahili
Intermediate (B1)
B1
MEMBERSHIPS
- Advocate of the High Court of Kenya (with a current practicing certificate for the year 2025)
- Member of the Law Society of Kenya
- Associate Member of the Kenya Psychological Association
- Member of the Golden Key International Honours Society
Timeline
Senior Associate
Bowry and Company Advocates
09.2023 - Current
Associate
Bowry and Company Advocates
03.2021 - 08.2023
Writer and Editor
News Illustrated
03.2019 - Current
Legal and Compliance Officer
Horizon Institute
11.2018 - 02.2021
Diploma of Law -
Kenya School of Law
Bachelor of Laws -
Rhodes University
Bachelor of Social Science - Psychology
Rhodes University
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