Themba Nyasulu
@thembanyasulu
Results-driven legal professional with 5+ years in compliance, research, and evidence-based programme work.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven legal professional with over five years of progressive experience spanning legal practice, regulatory compliance, research, and community governance. I hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and bring broad expertise in contract law, human rights, labour law, and criminal and civil procedure.
I translate legal analysis into clear, actionable outputs—conducting legal research, stakeholder engagement, report writing, and drafting with confidentiality, integrity, and high ethical standards. In my roles, I’ve managed sensitive information, supported evidence-based programming, and delivered timely, high-quality documentation under pressure.
I’ve built strong cross-sector collaboration across governmental, NGO, UN, legal, and community settings—supporting access to justice, strengthening programme documentation, and coordinating partner activities. I’m especially proud of work that informed policy action, strengthened youth participation through advocacy, and delivered community-focused legal guidance, including prevention initiatives for human trafficking.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Research Assistant
Nyika Institute
Jan 2022 - Jan 2025 (3 years)
Developed and pre-tested SRHR project data collection tools, supporting field data collection and thematic analysis for evidence-based programming. Produced comprehensive reports and managed project documentation with data confidentiality and security controls for implementing partners.
Legal Intern
John Tennyson, Kawelo & Associates
Jan 2018 - Jan 2020 (2 years)
Drafted legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests across multiple practice areas, while conducting in-depth legal research. Supported client meetings and case management, and observed courtroom proceedings to strengthen practical legal skills.
Chairman
Activista Dedza
Dec 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 month)
Led youth-focused advocacy to increase youth participation in district council decision-making, securing youth representation and government internships for qualified youth. Built alliances with 2,000+ young people and traditional authorities and drove advocacy initiatives through strategic stakeholder engagement.
Team Leader
Commute Theatrical Arts - JPGE
Jun 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 6 months)
Coordinated school programme implementation and service delivery across assigned sites, managing annual work plan execution. Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, facilitated theatre-for-development dialogue and capacity-building workshops, and documented best practices across consortium partners.
Intern
Justice Link Malawi
Jan 2015 - Mar 2016 (1 year 2 months)
Provided legal support for programmes improving access to justice for marginalised groups through legal research, documentation, and case-related material preparation. Supported client and stakeholder engagement while maintaining professional standards of confidentiality.
Intern
Dedza Rights Advice Center
Oct 2014 - Jun 2015 (8 months)
Handled client cases and mediated disputes, reviewing matters routed from community-based paralegals while ensuring client privacy through confidentiality and security procedures. Contributed to reconciled activity reporting and delivered community awareness campaigns in coordination with local leadership.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Blantyre International University
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
Earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB), building broad expertise across areas such as contract law, human rights, labour law, and legal drafting.
Secondary Level (MSCE)
Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE), Secondary Education
Completed secondary education and obtained the Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE).
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