Guardian Lawyer

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Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Legal guardianship for migrant children
Collaboration with social welfare center
Representation in legal proceedings
Guardians are key components of protection for unaccompanied and separated children migrants who are deprived of family care and whose parents cannot represent their interests

Job Summary

  • Guardians are key components of protection for unaccompanied and separated children migrants who are deprived of family care and whose parents cannot represent their interests.
  • The Guardian Lawyer position involves preparing legal documents, ensuring decisions are in the best interests of children, and acting as a bridge between children and the child protection system.
  • The role includes cooperation with the Center for Social Welfare, participation in legal activities related to children’s status, and supporting project documentation aligned with donor and audit requirements.

Matching Summary

Guardians are key components of protection for unaccompanied and separated children migrants who are deprived of family care and whose parents cannot represent their interests.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Legal guardianship for migrant children
  • Collaboration with Social Welfare Center
  • Representation in legal proceedings
  • Fluent in English and local language
  • Organizational and prioritization skills
  • Work with vulnerable children

Nice-to-have

  • Empathy and genuine care
  • Computer literacy with office software
  • Ability to negotiate and compromise
  • Experience in migration context
  • Initiative in critical situations

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in law
  • Proven collaboration with local organizations
  • Experience in child protection or migration
  • Fluent verbal and written English
  • Local applicant only

Work Rights

Local applicants only

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