nogaye ndoye
@nogayendoye
Dedicated lawyer with expertise in legal advisory and governance.
What I'm looking for
I am a passionate lawyer with a strong background in legal advisory and governance, currently serving as a Legal Advisor and Executive Assistant to the Country Director at Oxfam America in Senegal. My role involves coordinating legal and governance aspects during Oxfam Senegal's transformation into a new affiliated organization of Oxfam International. I have successfully led the drafting of organizational policies, ensured compliance with legal and tax obligations, and facilitated the establishment of the Board of Directors.
Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience in drafting and reviewing contracts, conducting legal research, and providing legal support to operational partners. My previous roles include serving as a Legal Assistant Advisor at Oxfam Quebec and as an In-House Lawyer at a law firm, where I managed litigation and provided legal advice across various areas of law. I am committed to integrating feminist principles into organizational values and supporting human resources processes in compliance with Senegalese labor law.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Legal Advisor and Executive Assistant
Oxfam America, Bureau Senegal
Jun 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Coordinated legal and governance aspects for Oxfam Senegal's transformation into a new affiliated organization. Led the drafting of organizational policies, ensured compliance with legal obligations, and supported HR processes. Conducted workshops to define organizational values and integrate feminist principles.
Legal Assistant Advisor
Oxfam Quebec, Bureau Senegal
Jan 2022 - Apr 2023 (1 year 3 months)
Drafted and reviewed contracts, conducted legal research, and provided legal support to operational partners. Organized workshops to raise awareness on legal and contractual aspects of project implementation.
In-House Lawyer
MDD Study
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)
Drafted legal documents and pleadings, conducted legal research, and managed litigation cases. Provided legal advice on various areas of law, focusing on digital-related litigation.
Legal Assistant
MDD Study
Aug 2020 - Jan 2021 (5 months)
Drafted legal documents, managed litigation, and monitored cases in coordination with courts. Maintained court lists and coordinated with judicial stakeholders.
Legal Intern
Sonatel
Jan 2020 - Feb 2020 (1 month)
Drafted contracts related to online payment and telecommunications, ensuring compliance with regulations. Worked on personal data protection issues and legal aspects of digital technology.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Konrad Adenauer Foundation
Training, Law
2023 -
Participated in a training program focused on Environmental Law and the training of judicial actors, enhancing my understanding of legal frameworks related to environmental issues.
Alioune Diop University
Master's degree, Law
2017 - 2019
Completed a Master's degree in Legal Engineering, focusing on various aspects of law including private law, labor law, and legal dispute management. This program equipped me with the necessary skills to analyze and synthesize legal information effectively.
Alioune Diop University
Bachelor's degree, Law
2014 - 2017
Earned a Bachelor's degree in Law with a focus on Cybersecurity and E-commerce. This program provided a solid foundation in legal principles and their application in the digital realm.
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