Latest Jobs: Legal Officer CP & GBV
Applications are currently being accepted from people who are capable for the job at IRC International that was advertised in the daily Classified Source newspaper on 18 December, 2023.
IRC International
Date Posted: | :: | 18 December, 2023 |
Department: | :: | IRC International |
Category | Sector | :: | INGO |
Newspaper: | :: | Classified Source Newspaper |
Education: | :: | Bachelor |
Total Vacancies: | :: | Details in attached ads |
Vacancy Location: | :: | Hyderabad, Sindh, Pakistan |
Job Type: | :: | Full Time |
Expected Last Date: | :: | 26 December, 2023 |
Vacant Positions: Legal Officer CP & GBV
- LEGAL OFFICER CP & GBV
Currently, the IRC International Hyderabad is seeking for Legal Officer CP & GBV to fill their vacant position
JOB Description: Legal Officer CP & GBV
The Legal Officer will play a crucial role in the implementation of the CP/GBV project, working within a multidisciplinary team to provide legal assistance and support for children, women, and adolescent girls in flood-affected areas. The role involves case management for high-risk children and following up on the cases and providing legal assistance to the clients.
Major Responsibilities:
• Identify and prioritize high-risk children in collaboration with other project team members.
• Develop and implement individualized case management plans, ensuring legal considerations are integrated into the support provided.
• Provide legal advice and support in cases involving child protection issues.
• Offer legal assistance and representation for children, women and girls facing legal challenges, especially those who have experienced gender-based violence.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of legal cases ensuring that case follow-ups are done rigorously.
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Child Protection Manager and WPE Manager
Position directly supervises: None
Job Requirements:
a) Education:
The applicant should hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in law. A Masters degree will be a plus.
b) Work Experience:
Minimum 3-5 years work experience in providing legal assistance and representation, particularly in child protection and gender-based violence cases.
Experience of directly working with Women, Girls and Children at field level.
c) Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
- Knowledge of designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating CP and GBV programs is highly desired.
- Knowledge of national and international legal frameworks related to child rights and gender-based violence.
- Familiarity with the participatory approach and community engagement strategies.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Experience working in emergency or post-disaster contexts is an advantage.
- Strong communication and Interpersonal skills
- Experience in case management and individualized support for high-risk individuals.
How to Apply?
Interested applicants can send their CVs (compulsory documents as per attached in ads) before Closing date: 26 December, 2023. Candidate required to visibly mention the job title in the Subject applied for the situation. IRC International offers the Equal Opportunity for all equally competent candidates.