Yazda International Organization
Description
The Legal Advocacy Officer will join Yazda legal advocacy department and work directly under the supervision of the Legal Advocacy Director to perform the following tasks:
- Support Yazda’s legal work to pursue criminal accountability for crimes against Yazidis before international and domestic courts as well as other transitional justice mechanisms (reparation, truth-telling, etc.)
- Analyze survivor and witness testimonies as well as crimes scene data and prepare reports
- Carry out field and theory-based legal research; draft legal documents, including position papers, reports, and legal briefs
- Oversee evidence collection process, including survivor interviews, and give regular feedback to project staff to ensure adherence to international standards
- Support the Legal Advocacy Director to carry out Yazda legal advocacy strategy in Iraq and globally
- Provide support to enhance domestic and international advocacy efforts that work to improve the conditions of Yazidis
- Assist the Legal Advocacy Director in discussions with partners and donors
Qualifications & Preferred Skills
- Advanced degree in law, preferably specialization International Criminal Law
- At least three years of prior professional experience as a practicing lawyer or in a position where legal advice, counselling and assistance was frequently provided to vulnerable clients
- Strong knowledge in International Law (Criminal law, Human Rights, International Humanitarian Law)
- Previous experience working internationally, in a post-conflict area is strongly preferred. The ability to handle an emotionally demanding post and work with a traumatized population and the ability to work and solve problems effectively in a challenging location
- Excellent drafting and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge in Kurdish (Kurmanji dialect) and/or Arabic is an asset
- Strong interpersonal, intercultural, and communication skills
- Demonstrated analytical skills and report writing experience required
- Willingness to relocate to the Kurdistan Region of Iraq for at least 6 months
How To Apply
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Interested applicants must send their CV with a cover letter to [email protected] with the subject “JV11622- Legal Advocacy Officer “
NOTE: Applications not meeting the specified minimum requirements or received after the closing date may not be contacted. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview that may include a written test of technical
NOTE: due to the urgency of the position, we might close the announcement prior to the mentioned deadline. |
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