To work as part of a team to establish, manage and maintain positive relationships between KOKO Networks, National Government, County Governments, The Legislature, Regulators, and other stakeholders that will enable KOKO to achieve its ambitions
To engage with the regulators, government, and other stakeholders in developing industry policy, legislation, guidelines, and codes of practice
Provide timely advisories on bills and newly enacted legislation to the business, and formulate a strategic response to the same
To support the public policy team in the preparation of opinions on public policy and competition matters as well as engagement with regulators and policymakers
To work closely with the Legal and Compliance Department to ensure awareness of new regulations and spearhead engagement with various regulators
To be at the forefront in engagement with County Governments as KOKO expands its Networks across Kenya to ensure KOKO’s entry is seamless
To ensure that KOKO Networks is an active participant in industry consultations
To work closely with the Product Development/Management team and provide support on regulatory and other requests in a timely manner
To manage regulatory interventions which could adversely affect KOKO Networks and ensure that regulators undertake all steps outlined in the law before effecting any changes
To identify events where KOKO can play a leading role and where KOKO’s visibility would be increased as a market leader
To curate a calendar of critical engagements that will advance KOKO’s agenda, locally and internationally
To engage with County governments and other stakeholders and seek partnership opportunities primarily from a Commercial/Operational perspective and work closely with the relevant function to bring the agreement to life
To recommend best practice methods for regulatory interventions and public policy matters and actively lobby the various stakeholders on the proposed opinion
To support the public policy team in monitoring and advising the business on anticipated changes in legislation affecting the energy and other industries in future and how these will affect the business
To engage and participate actively in industry bodies to ensure a unified approach to common industry concerns for the benefit of KOKO Networks
Job Requirement
Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Business, Policy, or Social Sciences from a reputable university
At least four years relevant post-graduation experience in a similar role
Demonstratable knowledge in public policy and regulations at National and County level in any industry
Attention to detail with good organizational, planning, report writing and presentation skills
Excellent skills in project management and business case development
Proactive, confident, energetic with the ability to work under pressure, ability to meet tight schedules/deadlines and monitor/follow up on all actions taken
A highly motivated person with a positive attitude towards work
Innovative, creative, results oriented with excellent analytical skills
A proven team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong awareness of market trends, competitive impact, and market opportunities