The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster
Job Summary
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.
The Protection Legal Officer provides legal support to survivors of gender-based violence and children, liaises with stakeholders to improve access to justice, and supports advocacy and legal analysis efforts.
This role involves both office and field work, requires coordination with multiple internal and external actors, and offers flexible working options.
Matching Summary
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Legal counselling and representation
GBV and child protection expertise
Coordination with law enforcement and judiciary
Data protection and confidentiality
Case management and legal documentation
Survivor-centered approach
Legal information provision
Nice-to-have
Capacity-building and training delivery
Multilingual communication skills
Stress resilience and empathy
Team collaboration and flexibility
Use of data entry software on tablets
Key Requirements
Higher education in law
Valid Attorney’s License registered at the Bar Association
Experience in legal practice related to GBV and child protection
Experience in humanitarian or human rights organizations