RFP: Provision of Legal Services at Fairtrade International

About This Opportunity

Fairtrade Africa is seeking proposals from experienced legal service providers to deliver comprehensive legal services on a retainer and/or needs basis.

Purpose of the RFP

This RFP solicits proposals from eligible and experienced legal service providers to deliver legal advisory, regulatory compliance, contract management, governance support, and litigation services to Fairtrade Africa.

Scope of Work

Legal Advisory

• Provide legal opinions on corporate, employment, tax, intellectual property, data protection, and NGO compliance matters
• Advise on country-specific regulatory issues across Fairtrade Africa's regional operations
• Provide advisory on complex contractual matters

Contract Advisory & Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of complex contracts and agreements
• Ensure legal instruments protect the interests of Fairtrade Africa

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Represent Fairtrade Africa in legal proceedings, mediation, or arbitration
• Provide guidance on case strategy, risk assessment, and dispute prevention

Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with relevant laws including employment, NGO regulations, data protection, tax, and governance requirements
• Manage statutory filings and required submissions in Kenya and applicable jurisdictions on an as-needed basis

Governance & Policy Support

• Provide legal guidance to the Board and Senior Management
• Review or support the development of organizational policies
• Conduct legal awareness and capacity-building sessions

Risk Management

• Identify emerging legal risks and provide mitigation strategies
• Conduct due diligence on partners, service providers, or agreements when required

Document Commissioning, Notarization & Witnessing

• Affidavits
• Statutory declarations
• Sworn statements
• Court documents requiring oath/affirmation
• Powers of attorney (notarization and witnesses as required)
• Certified copies of official documents