Kanyisile Kim Mashalaba

Dedicated and detail-oriented Risk and Compliance Intern with a solid foundation in legal research, drafting, and document preparation. Possessing an LLB degree and a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Rights Law, I have developed expertise in identifying and mitigating organizational risks while ensuring adherence to regulatory frameworks. I am currently pursuing the final two board exams necessary for admission as an attorney, underscoring my commitment to enhancing my legal expertise. Additionally, I am adept at managing administrative tasks, scheduling, and supervising interns, consistently demonstrating a proactive approach and strong problem-solving skills.

Risk and Compliance Intern Amatola Water Board, East London | September 2023 - Present

Identified and assessed material risks, formulating strategies to mitigate them.

Coordinated risk management processes and led training sessions on risk awareness.

Developed and maintained detailed risk registers and fraud registers.

Conducted compliance monitoring and assisted in preparing compliance reports.

Supervised interns and managed administrative functions, including scheduling and documentation.

Legal Administrator Bangani Attorneys, East London | May 2023 - August 2023

Drafted and prepared legal documents for litigation, including pleadings and summonses.

Managed office calendar and client communications.

Conducted legal research and assisted in case preparations.

Legal Intern MSZ Attorneys, East London | November 2022 - March 2023

Conducted investigations under the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA).

Drafted legal documents and participated in court proceedings.

Engaged with clients to gather information and provide updates on case progress.

Legal Administrator P Mrwetyana Attorneys Inc, East London | February 2022 - July 2022

Managed PAIA investigations and legal drafting for motor vehicle accidents and medical negligence cases.

Oversaw office operations, including filing, diary management, and client communications.

Candidate Attorney University of Fort Hare (Law Clinic), East London | December 2020 - December 2021

Represented clients in various legal matters, including labor, contract, civil, and criminal litigation.

Conducted legal research and drafted various legal documents.

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Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Human Rights Law University of Fort Hare | June 2021

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) University of Fort Hare | September 2019

Grade 12 Holy Cross Senior Secondary School | December 2013

Certifications & Training

ACFE SA & FASSET Lifelong Learning | 2024

IRMSA: FASSET Lifelong Learning - Risk Management Training | 2024

IRMSA: Enterprise Risk Management Workshop, EWSETA | 2024

Minute Taking Training | Organizational Workshop | 2024

Risk Management Training, PWC | 2023

Moot Court Competition | Participant | 2014