Project Officer (Legal Officer), Legal, Protection, HCMP

Closely coordinate with UNHCR Legal Protection to ensure quality, timely and effective delivery of legal assistance and awareness to persons of concern (PoCs).

Provide legal counseling and advice to PoCs on legal matters/issues .

Provide legal representation and support to PoC at police stations and courts Facilitate and conduct legal awareness sessions for refugees in the camps including community, refugee leaders and religious leaders.

Experience Requirements

At least 3 year(s)

Additional Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of experience in legal issues and their application in humanitarian or development settings and also minimum 3 years' experience of practicing in District court.

Strong writing skills and experience in writing Qualitative and Narrative reports.

Ability to organize and prioritize work and competing tasks, meet deadlines and maintain composure.

Excellent communication, listening and observation skills, including ability to create trust, support, maintain confidentiality, respect of all ages, background and diversity.

Familiar with GBV case management and experience working with refugees

Must adhere to GBV/CP Core Guiding Principles and international humanitarian principles and standards for GBViE/ CPiE

Cultural awareness and sensitivity, prior experience in Rohingya camps is preferable

Strong background and skills in facilitating trainings, coaching and mentoring others

Knowledge on national and international laws and policies applicable to refugees.

Experience in program/project management;

IT literate with knowledge of MS word, Excel and internet programs.

Able to travel frequently at different project location

Flexibility to handle varied and demanding task and ability to balance priorities.

Women are encouraged to apply.

Drafting and reporting skills, accuracy in document production.

Fluency in English and Bangla languages including Chittagonian dialect. Excellent English drafting and reporting skills are required.

Person with disability are encouraged to apply