Center for Reproductive Rights Legal Adviser Jobs 2023 – Kenya NGO Jobs

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Center for Reproductive Rights Legal Adviser Jobs 2023 – Kenya NGO Jobs. Center for Reproductive Rights Kenya looking for “Legal Adviser”. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree may apply on or before 25 June 2023.

The Center for Reproductive Rights is a global human rights organization of lawyers and advocates who ensure reproductive rights are protected in law as fundamental human rights for the dignity, equality, health, and well-being of every person. NGO Jobs in Kenya 2023

The Center for Reproductive Rights has published a job vacancy announcement on 08 June 2023 for qualified Kenya’s to fill in the vacant post of Legal Adviser to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Center for Reproductive Rights Job Vacancy 2023

The Role: Reporting to the Senior Legal Adviser, the Legal Adviser will work closely with other African program staff to support and build the work of the regional program in all areas of work.

Primary Responsibilities:

Support program strategy on litigation, including helping identify potential strategic cases at the national and regional levels in collaboration with partner organizations.
Research and write legal memoranda on comparative and international human rights law and claims for use in national, regional, and international fora.
Support strategic litigation in Kenya by representing the Center in court as needed.
Draft pleadings and submissions for human rights and criminal cases in Kenya.
Support legal and policy research and analysis of national laws and policies and international and regional human rights standards.

Qualification & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in law is required.
At least five years of progressively responsible professional legal experience with a local law firm, International Organization, Non-Governmental Organization, Donor Agency, or Embassy.
Member of the Law Society of Kenya and holds a valid practicing certificate.
Commitment and knowledge of human rights and human rights systems, women’s and reproductive rights.
Possessing the necessary legal training and skills, including the capability of complex legal research and analysis, is required.
Experience in national and regional litigation and advocacy.
Excellent writing, editing, oral communications, and interpersonal skills are critical for successful performance.
Fluency in written and spoken English.

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