Legal Assistant (maternity Cover)

IOM

Nicosia, Cyprus
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Explain rights and legal obligations
Provide basic legal counselling
Assist with international protection applications
** IOM is seeking a Legal Assistant for a maternity cover position in Nicosia, Cyprus. The role involves supporting unaccompanied migrant children with legal counseling, case management, and documentation preparation under the supervision of the Project Manager. **

Job Summary

  • The Legal Assistant will explain rights and legal obligations to beneficiaries, specifically unaccompanied migrant children living in Semi-Independent Living Units.
  • Responsibilities include visiting units, providing basic legal counseling, updating beneficiaries on application progress, and preparing case reports.
  • The role involves assisting in drafting replies to complaints and vulnerability requests, and ensuring the confidentiality of beneficiary information.

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Match Score: 75

** IOM is seeking a Legal Assistant for a maternity cover position in Nicosia, Cyprus. The role involves supporting unaccompanied migrant children with legal counseling, case management, and documentation preparation under the supervision of the Project Manager. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Explain rights and legal obligations
  • Provide basic legal counselling
  • Assist with international protection applications
  • Prepare case reports and recommendations
  • Ensure confidentiality of personal information

Nice-to-have

  • Working with refugees or migrants
  • Working with children or semi-independent living units
  • Child protection knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor degree in Law or related field with two years of experience
  • High School degree with four years of experience
  • At least 2 years of previous working experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Fluency in English and Greek

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