Sunday Kapesi

Experience

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  Rex Attorneys

  Jan 2004 - Aug 2007

  Senior Legal Officer

  Responsible for preparing legal and court documents addressing telecommunications, labor issues, banking and finance, mediations, and conveyancing.Achievements include:• Liaised with government agencies, regulators, and ministries on behalf of clients for legal related issues such as mining rights, company incorporation and de-registration, and financial law.• Represented clients in litigation and mediation related matters.

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  FINCA Microfinance Bank Tanzania

  Sept 2009 - Nov 2011

  Legal Officer incharge of Legal Services

  Responsible for drafting and reviewing all legal agreements and providing legal advice to the board, shareholders and management. Achievements include:• Steered the company’s project through a conversion from an unregulated entity to a regulated deposit taking Micro-Finance Company by preparing licensing documents, consulting with the board of Directors, senior and Investors, and drafting a licensing application for the Central Bank off Tanzania.• Filed all statutory company documents in addition to managing the relationship between the company and its regulator, auditor and board.• Coordinated and managed the company’s external pool of four debt collecting companies, four law firms and I had two non-legal in house recover officers.• Acting Country Director on multiple occasions.• Chairman of the Staff Disciplinary Committee. Show less

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  Scania Financial Services

  Apr 2012 - Apr 2013

  Collections Officer

  • Managed the arrears portfolio (approx. USD 12 million) by engaging clients who were overdue in repayments and reduced it from 9 % in April 2012 to 6 % in April 2013.• Analyzed the clients’ business operations and offered strategic advice• Spearheaded the company’s project on attaining Central Bank licensing in order to transform into a regulated lease finance institution

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  Transnet

  May 2013 - Jan 2021

  Business Development Manager (East Africa) for TRANSNET

  Responsible for identifying Expressions of Interests and tenders related to the construction and concessioning of port-railways and pipeline projects. Involved in establishing and maintaining networks with public and private sector stakeholders throughout East Africa in order to advance Transnet’s operational blueprint across the region by positioning it as the African Public-Private partner-of-choice in transport infrastructure logistics. Achievements include:• Contributed to Transet being shortlisted for 2 port-expansion projects in East Africa in 2014/2015 and the signing of a railway technical management partnership agreement in 2016.• Gathering of accurate market intelligence on the geo-political situation in East Africa to advise on the business environment, legal, tax and tender processes, security and politics, and on strategic opportunities and risk mitigation. • Built the Dar es Salaam office as the regional hub for East African Transnet business, by assembling a team of local consultants. Show less

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  Kambirana Group

  Jan 2020 - now

  Co-Founder

  Kambirana Group (T) Ltd, brand owners of www.Jiranileo.com. We are Africa’s 1st Home Made -Meal Sharing Platform of choice CONNECTING our guests with invitations to our partner homes accross our network, for a home cooked meal CUISINE experience. This is where our magical CULTURAL exchange occurs. We operate in Tanzania and Zambia, intend to scale up across Africa and to a city and town near you. Checkout www.jiranileo.com. Sign up for a meal, or perhaps get in touch and let us answer your questions. We welcome you to our many tables Show less

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  Tujijenge Tanzania

  Aug 2023 - May 2024

  Head of Department- Legal Affairs, Company Secretary, Team Leader-Deposit Taking Licensing Project

  With over 22 years of operation in the microfinance industry, we understand the importance of appropriate financing and provide loans for a range of purposes.Our mission is to improve the lives of families in Tanzania, meaning we are committed to making an impact on our customers' lives and their families.Our vision is to be a leader in the provision of customer-focused financial services based on our core values of transparency, integrity, sustainability, respect, teamwork, and empowerment.We believe in fast turn-around time for our customers and currently, we are providing service through five (5) branches, four (4) in Dar es Salaam and one (1) in Mwanza with an online application service.About LOLCIncorporated in 1980 and originally founded as Lanka ORIX Leasing Company has grown into the LOLC Group, Sri Lanka's most valuable and profitable diversified conglomerate.Besides a range of financial products and services, the portfolio includes leisure, plantations, Agri-inputs, renewable energy, construction, manufacturing and trading and other strategic investments. As a leading player in microfinance, the LOLC Group has been a catalyst in facilitating financial inclusion. The role in the sector has enabled many people to benefit, whilst striving to maximize environmental benefits through green operations and processes in line with the triple bottom line focus in all LOLC does. The Group's business interests are in key growth areas of the economy, and LOLC is confident that the company will grow further in potential and value creation for the many stakeholders and partners that LOLC serves as it expands its international presence by actively seeking new opportunities.In Tanzania the LOLC Group secured a 96% stake of Tujijenge Tanzania Ltd. Tanzania with a population of 61 million people and GDP per capita of US$1,077 is a highly conducive market for MSME business, thus paving the way for rapid growth and long-term value creation for all parties. Show less

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  Mwangaza Wa Sunday

  Mar 2024 - now

  Founder, Visionary & CEO

  As the founder and CEO of www.mwangazawasunday.co.tz, I lead a dynamic web-based platform dedicated to supporting individuals recovering from addiction and managing mental health. My vision is to build a resilient and empowered community, providing essential resources and support to caregivers, individuals with disabilities, addiction recovery warriors, and mental health advocates.In my role, I oversee the development and management of our platform, which includes hosting several live shows focused on addiction and mental health discussions. We undertake paid speaking engagements, & we are currently onboarding professionals to act as a bridge between clients and specialists, offering valuable advice, information, and education.As a proud recovering addict myself and someone actively managing my own mental health, I speak from lived experience and with deep gratitude for the professional help received, and love from family and friends that have supported my journey. This personal connection drives my commitment to my renewed faith, love of family, and a burning desire to serve the community, while leading a purpose-driven life.Drawing on my experience as a lawyer and business development professional, and as a previous founder of a successful startup, I am committed to fostering a professional business, foster a safe environment that is non-judgmental, and building an empathetic community. Our mission extends to advocacy and awareness, with plans to establish a rehab facility in the near future.Our team also engages in paid speaking engagements at various corporates, institutions of learning, places of worship, and other venues to promote understanding and support for mental health and addiction recovery. Show less