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EMMANUEL INGANJI YAKHAMA

EMMANUEL INGANJI YAKHAMA

Nairobi

Summary

Accomplished Legal Officer recognized for exceptional leadership and ability to deliver clear, risk-aware legal counsel that fosters institutional growth and compliance. Detail-oriented Legal Officer with experience representing a rapidly growing company and maintaining outstanding efficiency and leadership. Meticulous and fast worker with consistently high success rate in cases and accomplished at tenacious representation, honest communication, and effective, innovative problem solving. Offering critical thinking skills and extensive knowledge to a long-term position.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Officer

Kenya Forest Service (KFS)
Nairobi
12.2023 - Current
  • Draft, review and negotiate contracts, special use licences and service/consultancy agreements to protect public assets.
  • Prepare legal opinions and board papers to support commercial and operational decision-making.
  • Coordinate with external counsel and other government agencies on legal and land-related matters, ensuring timely actions and compliance.
  • Manage disciplinary, employment and compliance matters, advising management on risk and mitigation strategies.
  • Maintain accurate legal records; ensure filing and safe custody of key documents and correspondence.

Inspector Cadet & Station Manager

Kenya Forest Service (KFS)
Nairobi
12.2023 - 08.2024
  • Completed Inspector Cadet training and served as Station Manager for Malagat Forest Station, overseeing 7,000 hectares and a team of 23 staff.
  • Led operational security, incident reporting, resource allocation and community engagement initiatives that reduced operational risk.
  • Implemented station-level processes for reporting and compliance, preparing daily/weekly/monthly reports for senior management.

Assistant Legal Officer

Suge & Co. Advocates
Nairobi
05.2022 - 11.2023
  • Drafted pleadings and a wide range of legal documents, including commercial contracts and agreements.
  • Conducted legal research and prepared opinions on newly gazetted laws to inform internal strategy.
  • Managed e-filing processes and represented clients in court proceedings.
  • Collaborated with external law firms on shared litigation and transactional matters.

Legal Intern

International Humanity Foundation (NGO)
Nairobi
01.2019 - 11.2021
  • Drafted legal documents and supported regulatory compliance work, including work permit processes for overseas interns.
  • Assisted clients in interfacing with law enforcement and courts, and provided administrative legal support.

Legal Intern

Kenya Forest Service (KFS)
Nairobi
02.2018 - 01.2019
  • Prepared legal memoranda, processed summons, motions and appeals, and managed court documentation under supervision.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma - Law

Kenya School of Law
Nairobi
06.2023

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) - Law

Kenyatta University
Nairobi
07.2021

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Ingotse High School
Kakamega
11.2014

Skills

  • Commercial drafting and negotiation
  • Contract management
  • Legal research and writing
  • Court filing
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Record management
  • Presentation and communication skills
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Independent decision-making
  • Risk assessment
  • Compliance management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Team leadership
  • Community engagement
  • Attention to detail
  • Case management

Technical And Soft Skills

  • Commercial Drafting & Negotiation
  • Contract Management
  • Legal Research & Opinion Writing
  • Court e-Filing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Record Keeping
  • Presentation & Communication
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Independent Decision-Making

Professional Membership And Accomplishments

  • Member, Law Society of Kenya (LSK)
  • Participation: Legal Workshops, Kenya Model UN, Sub-Saharan International Model UN

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Adventure
  • Nature Trailing

Timeline

Legal Officer

Kenya Forest Service (KFS)
12.2023 - Current

Inspector Cadet & Station Manager

Kenya Forest Service (KFS)
12.2023 - 08.2024

Assistant Legal Officer

Suge & Co. Advocates
05.2022 - 11.2023

Legal Intern

International Humanity Foundation (NGO)
01.2019 - 11.2021

Legal Intern

Kenya Forest Service (KFS)
02.2018 - 01.2019

Postgraduate Diploma - Law

Kenya School of Law

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) - Law

Kenyatta University

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Ingotse High School

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