JTJackie Tsuma
@jackietsuma
Results-driven legal professional with expertise in compliance and contracts.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Legal & Regulatory Professional with a strong background in compliance, contract law, and regulatory frameworks. My experience includes drafting and negotiating contracts, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, and conducting risk assessments. I have successfully engaged with stakeholders at both national and international levels, particularly within multinational and government regulatory environments.
In my current role as a Legal Officer at the Nuclear Power and Energy Agency, I have contributed to the development of Kenya’s National Nuclear Policy and facilitated stakeholder consultations. My previous positions have honed my skills in corporate governance, litigation management, and environmental compliance, allowing me to provide strategic legal advisory services that align with organizational goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Legal Officer
Nuclear Power and Energy Agency (NuPEA)
Mar 2022 - Apr 2024 (2 years 1 month)
As a Legal Officer at NuPEA, I drafted and reviewed contracts, SLAs, and regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance. I provided legal advisory services on corporate governance and international treaty obligations, assisted in developing Kenya's National Nuclear Policy, and monitored environmental and safety laws.
Workshop/Seminar Facilitator
Lutheran World Foundation
Jan 2010 - Present (15 years 4 months)
As a Workshop/Seminar Facilitator, I engage in community development and legal outreach, sharing knowledge and facilitating discussions on legal and policy matters.
Personal Assistant (Legal & Policy Affairs)
Ministry of Lands & Physical Planning
May 2019 - Jun 2021 (2 years 1 month)
In my role as a Personal Assistant, I assisted in formulating and implementing the Community Land Act, drafted policy documents and legal briefs, and provided legal research and strategic recommendations for legislative amendments.
Legal/Liaison Manager
Kombo Mwero Foundation
Jan 2007 - Jul 2015 (8 years 6 months)
As the Legal/Liaison Manager, I led legal compliance and corporate governance functions, negotiated funding agreements, and conducted legal research on land rights and environmental compliance.
Legal Officer
Wandugi & Company Advocates
Oct 2004 - Apr 2006 (1 year 6 months)
In my position as a Legal Officer, I drafted and reviewed corporate contracts and compliance reports, managed legal documents, and provided legal representation through litigation management.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
RTRoyal Institute of Technology
Master of Science, Land Management
MUMoi University
Bachelor of Laws, Law
Grade: Second Class Lower Division
Studied law and graduated with a Second Class Lower Division.
KLKenya School of Law
Advocate Training Programme, Legal Studies
Completed the Advocate Training Programme to qualify for legal practice.
Mama Ngina Secondary School
KCSE, Secondary Education
Grade: A Grade
Achieved an A Grade in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
KenyaAuthorized to work in
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