FWLD - Working for Non-Discrimination and Equality

Vacancy for Legal Officer

Expired Job

Forum for Women, Law and Development (FWLD) announces vacancy for the project Information and support to people without Civil Documentation. The requirement for the position are as follows:

 

Position: Legal Officer

Part Time/Full Time: 50% 

Job location: Jhapa

Positions: 1

Published date:  December 20, 2021

JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Under supervision of the Executive Director and Program Coordinator.
  • Work on legal issues and cases.
  • File cases relating to citizenship and Gender issues.
  • Assist in conducting/facilitating trainings, workshops, and conferences .
  • Assist and support in program design, implementation and evaluation;
  • Ensure smooth operation of legal cases.
  • Additional responsibilities based on demonstrated ability and/or program needs.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Law.
  • Should have Advocate License presented by the Bar Council of Nepal.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Should have prior experience in legal issues and cases.
  • Understand development issues.
  • Good time management and organizational skills
  • Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience, some of which may include coursework and/or internships.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • This role will work directly with Executive Director.