I am the Head of Legal at Huduma Kenya Secretariat, a government agency that provides integrated public services to millions of citizens. With more than two decades of experience in legal administration, policy formulation and implementation, and governance risk and compliance, I am passionate about delivering innovative legal solutions that support the organization's vision and mission.Some of my key achievements include developing, reviewing, and implementing policies and contracts, facilitating the registration of at least 15 products as intellectual property, providing legal advice and representation to management and oversight authorities, and leading organization-wide risk and compliance assessment exercises. I also have a strong background in case management, having provided legal advice and representation to at least 5000 clients in public and private sectors, and managed legal teams and projects. I hold a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Mysore, a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science and Government from Panjab University, and a certification in Family Mediation from the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. I am fluent in English, Kiswahili, and Spanish.
Huduma Kenya Secretariat
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Head Of LegalHuduma Kenya Secretariat May 2016 - PresentNairobiHead of Legal and compliance with the following responsibilities:-• Developing, reviewing and implementing policies.• Preparing legal briefs and opinions to management and oversight authorities.• Preparing, reviewing and implementing, Operations and Maintenance Contracts, Service Level Agreements, Leases, Memorandum Of Agreements (MOU) and other types of instruments to ensure the organization meets its obligations. • Facilitating registration of at least 15 products as intellectual property. • Providing legal advice and representing the Secretariat in legal matters• Lead organization-wide risk and Compliance assessment exercises to identify key risks and track compliance to established Legal, Regulatory or Policy parameters and that any exceptions or weaknesses are escalated as required.• Develop legal responses of bills to parliament and queries on issues raised • Ensure compliance to statutory and contractual obligations
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2. Senior Legal CounselFederation Of Women Lawyers (Fida) Kenya Apr 2010 - Dec 2015Nairobiresponsibilities included1.Provided legal advice and representation to at least 5000 clients 2. Managed eight staff (three advocates, three interns, one Legal Assistant and Counsellor) under the Access to Justice Team.3. Designed concept notes and drafted proposals to donors for funding, • Attended and facilitated open public forums on women and human rights • Facilitated trainings for judicial officers, Pro bono lawyers, and Community Based Organizations and law students.4. Assisted in developing legal frameworks and memorandum on legislation 5. Ensured FIDA complied with its regional and international obligations by ensuring timely preparation and submission of shadow reports to regional and international bodies.6. Participated in the judicial reforms as the focal person for the organization at the National Council for Administration of Justice, (NCAJ) Police Reforms Working Group and Court Users committee
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3. Managing Partner, (Nov 2008-March 2010)Beatrice Chelangat & Company Advocates Nov 2008 - Mar 2010NairobuResponsibilities • Provided legal advice and representation to clients.• Offered pro bono services through NGOs such as FIDA, KCLF, Kituo Cha Sharia and Legal Resources Foundation. • Reviewed and interpreted legal documents• Provided legal advice to clients.
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4. Senior Legal Officer, (Jan06-Oct 2008.Mwaure & Mwaure Waihiga Advocates Jan 2006 - Oct 2008NairobResponsibilities:-Responsible for commercial cases of the firm;• Management of staff under Commercial Division comprising of seven staff, two advocates, three law students, one court clerk, and secretary, legal Incorporation of companies and businesses• Provided legal advice and representation to corporate clients• Negotiated agreements and resolved disputes between parties avoiding litigation reducing costs and time.• Submission of reports and updates to clients on their cases
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5. AssociateMachira And Company Advocates Nov 2003 - Dec 2005Nairobi• Providing legal advice to clients• Drafting and reviewing of legal documents • Attending court to represent clients• Undertaking legal research• Proving monthly and quarterly reports to clients in their cases
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6. Legal AssistantRobson Harris And Co Advocates Jun 2000 - Oct 2003NairobiResponsibilities • Taking instructions and providing legal advice to clients• Undertaking legal research• Proving monthly and quarterly reports to clients in their cases.• Facilitate incorporation of Companies, Societies, and businesses at the Lands and Companies registry.• Compiling reports and updates to clients on their cases
Beatrice Chelangat Education Details
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International Relations And Affairs -
Political Science And Government
Frequently Asked Questions about Beatrice Chelangat
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Beatrice Chelangat works for Huduma Kenya Secretariat
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Beatrice Chelangat's current role is Head of Legal @ Huduma Kenya Secretariat | Legal Compliance Expert.
What schools did Beatrice Chelangat attend?
Beatrice Chelangat attended University Of Nairobi, University Of Mysore,india, Panjab University, Educational Institution, Chandigarh.
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