Tabitha Mwangi

  • tabbysonny66@gmail.com
  • United Kingdom
  • 07/06/2024
Field work, Office work Management and consultancy Marine policy Marine renewable energy Other

Personal Summary

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am excited to continue my application for the policy officer  by addressing the specific responsibilities outlined in the job description. I am confident that my skills and experience align closely with the needs of this role, and I am eager to contribute to the success of organisations mission.

The multifaceted nature of this role is particularly appealing to me, given my background and expertise. This is also a niche I am passionate about and working with a team that is making impactful changes in society would be a truly fulfilling experience. It is clear that passion for change is at the core of this organisation. 

I am well-versed in monitoring legislative output from both national and international level. My experience includes analysing policy discussions and assessing their potential impact on the community. Collaborating with the other departments, I have contributed to the development and implementation of policy positions, consultation responses, and advocacy campaigns.  

I am experienced in all policy related procedures including but not limited to tracking bill progress and identifying opportunities to influence debates. I have a proven track record of keeping key stakeholders informed about policy developments in health and environment policy and engaging them by providing reports and coming up with stakeholder mappings. My ability to synthesize large volumes of information into clear, easily understood reports is a strength I bring to this role.

My experience collaborating with teams on different tasks will be a value add to the work we are allocated to, for example; drafting high-quality policy consultation responses, briefing materials, and letters aligns perfectly with this responsibility. I am also skilled in contributing to communications efforts and fundraising materials. I have experience with international bodies and organisations in dealing with matter health and reproductive issues, in my previous roles I have taken part in meetings and retreats such as TWG Retreat held by the ministry of health and UNDP in coming up with TWG action plan against spread of HIV/AIDS.

Networking and building relationships with policymakers, NGOs, and stakeholders in relevant policy arenas are strengths of mine, which I have had experience with representing the Ministry of Health in work retreats with a number of NGO’S such as World Health Organisation (WHO). I am experienced at using systems to track developments in relationships and communications with stakeholders. Additionally, I am prepared to represent at meetings, events, and conferences, as required.

I understand the importance of cultivating professional and collaborative relationships with a wide range of individuals, from staff and trustees to politicians, civil servants, charities, scientists, supporters, and donors. My friendly, professional, and sensitive approach to communication ensures effective interactions with these with all parties.

I acknowledge that this role's duties may evolve over time and am prepared to adapt to meet the organisation’s needs, I believe it will be an added advantage to me as it will expand my professional development. I am committed to completing the probationary period successfully, and I fully support organisation’s commitment. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to contribute to the mission to help the community through policy change. My background and experience have equipped me with the skills necessary to excel in this role, and it would be an honour to be a part of your dedicated team.

Thank you for considering my application. I am available for an interview at your convenience and can be reached at +44737810709/ +254718414256 or tabbysonny66@gmail.com. I look forward to the possibility of joining the team. 

Work Experience

Associate
CN Kihara &co.

Drafted, analysed and negotiated legal documents such as contracts, NDAs, licensing, arbitration and litigation documents
• Handled several maritime matters such as; ship financing, registration and contract negotiations
• Conducted legal research to gather helpful information for case strategies and argumentation
• Updated legal databases to improve information retrieval and managed software to track contract life cycles such as SaaS
• Held client meetings and interviews, working closely with clients in sensitive and friendly manner ensuring that they received the best service possible from the legal team
Key achievements
• Increased the company’s internet presence through creating a website and LinkedIn page making it easier to attract prospective clients
• Promoted to associate from paralegal
• Handled litigation and arbitration matters, having a success rate of 87%

Junior legal officer

Give legal opinions and advice to the ministry
• Policy advising and regulatory filing
• Managing multiple projects independently
• Receive, monitor and appear on behalf of the ministry in matters that involve the
ministry
• Attend all the meetings and retreats on ongoing ventures that are undertaken by the
ministry and give the relevant legal framework to compliment and correct the drafts
• Acted in supporting role to senior legal officers
• Offered helpful, informative legal advice to clients, colleagues and external
practitioners.
• Trained stakeholders in legal developments to enable compliant working practices.
• Supported donor reports and tender bids to increase case funding.
• Managed and oversaw legal interns.

• Reported on casework to enable progress and performance monitoring.

Key achievements
• Being part of the team, that came up with the Universal Healthcare Coverage system and bill, leading to a pioneer program being successfully implemented
• Took part in an international collaboration with Japan to be able to come with a more effective National Health Insurance Fund that covers citizens of all ages

Apprentice
Agricultural finance corporation

Drafting pleadings, interlocutory applications, legal briefs, opinions on various diverse areas and letters
• Assist on Loan forms verification and approval as part of the conveyancing process
• Assist in securities perfection for loans; mortgages, plot loans or motor vehicle loans
• Clerical assistance and report and research writing
• Regulatory filings
• Research on Agricultural Finance Act Amendment literature
• Draft subsidiary agreements and Memorandum of Understanding for partnership desk
• Assist in compliance audit on money laundering Act and other compliance measures
• Supported daily operations to improve outcomes.
• Executed assigned duties with attention to detail and accuracy.
Key Achievement: Assisted in comparative analysis of international practices applicable to successful Development Financial Institutions in Africa and suggested innovative inclusions into the AFC Act Amendment.

Legal intern
Judiciary of Kenya

 Prepare casefiles that are to be mentioned and listened to
• Curated daily events that occur during the court session
• Case and evidence analysis
• Come up with draft judgements of concluding cases that were to be read by the
magistrate and opinions given
• Assist the Magistrate in general administrative duties.
• Conducted legal research and drafted official documentation.
• Managed high volume client caseloads through planning and organisation.
• Reviewed legal documents for accuracy and compliance.

Education

Masters in International maritime and commercial law
Swansea University
Bachelor of Laws
The Catholic university of Eastern Africa

Name and surname

Tabitha Mwangi

Nationality

Kenyan

Years of experience

4-6 years

Are you looking for a job in:

I am willing to move abroad

Language (indicate level)

English-fluent 

Swahili- fluent 

Digital competences (indicate level)

MS office & outlook proficient 

Westlaw proficient 

Database software such as SaaS proficient