
Robinson Mwakanyamale, Adv.
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About me
Legal Manager, Secretarial Services & Investor Relations at Akiba Commercial Bank Plc
Education

The Law School of Tanzania
-Post Graduate Diploma in Legal PracticePDLP provides prerequisite qualification to pursue a legal traineeship. Undertaken after obtaining an LLB, it is the next step towards a career as a Practicing Advocate, a Commissioner for Oath and Notary Public in Tanzania.

Mzumbe University (MU)
-Bachelor of Laws - LLB Law‘LLB' is the abbreviation for the Bachelor of Laws. The degree abbreviates to 'LLB' instead of 'BL' due to the traditional name of the qualification in Latin, 'Legum Baccalaureus'. 'Legum' is the plural of 'lex', meaning law, while 'Baccalaureus' is the origin of the term 'Bachelors degree'.

The Chartered Governance Institute
-Chartered Secretary and Governance, UKQualifying and membership body for governance professionals in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Crown Dependencies and associated territories, which include the Caribbean, sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, Mauritius and Sri Lanka. A division of the global institute which operates under the same name (previously known as The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSA)), The Chartered Governance Institute provides professional development, guidance and thought… Show more Qualifying and membership body for governance professionals in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, Crown Dependencies and associated territories, which include the Caribbean, sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, Mauritius and Sri Lanka. A division of the global institute which operates under the same name (previously known as The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSA)), The Chartered Governance Institute provides professional development, guidance and thought leadership, and works with regulators and policy makers to champion high standards of governance across all sectors. Show less
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University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM)
-LLM in Corporate & Commercial Law LawLLM corporate and commercial law deals with issues relevant to highly complex and dynamic corporate and commercial worlds, giving a comprehensive understanding of core issues relating to corporate law and corporate governance. Further, the degree focuses in structure and development of company law in an international context.

Chartered Insurance Institute, UK
-Award in General Insurance, UKThis is a Professional Insurance Qualification that develops an understanding of the basic principles of insurance, the main legal principles related to insurance contracts, the main regulatory principles related to insurance business and the key elements to protect consumers.It 'sets the scene' by introducing the concept of risk and how it is managed, as well as the different categories of risk and explains how insurance acts as a risk transfer mechanism and introduces the main classes… Show more This is a Professional Insurance Qualification that develops an understanding of the basic principles of insurance, the main legal principles related to insurance contracts, the main regulatory principles related to insurance business and the key elements to protect consumers.It 'sets the scene' by introducing the concept of risk and how it is managed, as well as the different categories of risk and explains how insurance acts as a risk transfer mechanism and introduces the main classes of insurance. Show less
Experience

Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC)
Jul 2014 - Jul 2015Legal Assistant InternProvided assistance to Senior Legal Officers in reviewing legal and contractual risks on proposed oil and gas projects. Provided Legal Opinions on issues relating to the Corporations’ Legal Functions. Participated in drafting and incorporation of subsidiaries companies of the Corporation. Prepared Legal Documents as may be required by the Corporation.

Viettel Group
Jul 2015 - Dec 2016Legal & Regulatory Officer - Halotel TanzaniaWhilst reporting to the Legal & Regulatory Manager, I was responsible of all Company’s legal, compliance and regulatory affairs. I was also responsible of the development and implementation of relevant legal strategies and plans. Provided sound, timely high level legal directives and advice to the management. Produced and/or contribute to key legal or policy analyses and publications. Contributed to standard-setting, through participating in meetings, drafting work and promoting international standards. Maintain compliance with the Staff Terms and Conditions of Employment and other organizational policies and procedures. Show less

Trustworth Attorneys
Dec 2016 - Oct 2019Junior PartnerWorked closely with clients to manage their cases from beginning to end in all fields of law. I conducted research to effect proper legal advise to clients; developed litigation strategies, gathered evidence to support claims in all fields of law. I also prepared and reviewed complex legal documents and represents clients in court and all necessary legal fields. I as well provided updates and regularly consults with Senior Partners. Supervising Advocates, Legal Officers and Associates as well.

Britam
Oct 2019 - Oct 2022As in-house legal counsel, I am primarily a chief legal advisor to the CEO. I as well provide legal advice to various internal stakeholders and departments of the corporation. I am responsible for negotiating, drafting and checking commercial and non-commercial contracts. Advising on insurance regulations pertaining to all Insurance products. I review and draft insurance product documentation, policies and submit applications for appointment of key persons. I handle company secretarial matters including organizing board and committees' meetings, writing and keeping minutes of the thereto. Work closely with regulators across the region, ascertaining compliance of the corporation. Show less
Legal and Compliance Associate
Nov 2021 - Oct 2022Legal Associate
Oct 2019 - Nov 2021

Akiba Commercial Bank Plc
Oct 2022 - nowLegal Manager, Secretarial Services & Investor RelationsI provide strategic support to the Bank in matters relating to governance and legal compliance and take a pro-active role in ensuring that policies and processes in this area are fit for purpose. I also lead the planning, direction and execution of the Bank’s investor relations strategy. And further, I proactively guide the management on all legal matters affecting the Bank, its affiliates and other related parties. Am also responsible for establishing effective and best practice governance processes for the Boards and their Committees and ensure the efficient administration of the management meetings and such shadow committees are appropriate. Show less
Licenses & Certifications

CII Level 3-Award in General Insurance
Chartered Insurance InstituteOct 2021.webp)
The IoDT Board Paper Writing (Best Practice) and Corporate Governance Programme
The Institute of Directors in Tanzania (IoDT)Nov 2023.webp)
The IoDT Board Dynamics & Performance Training
The Institute of Directors in Tanzania (IoDT)Aug 2023.webp)
Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania
Tanganyika Law Society (TLS)Jul 2017.webp)
Certified Notary Public and Commissioner for Oaths
Tanganyika Law Society (TLS)Jul 2017
Languages
- swSwahili
- enEnglish
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