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

Closely coordinate with UNHCR Legal Protection and law enforcement agencies and courts to ensure quality, timely and effective delivery of legal support and of Persons of Concern (PoCs) in courts and police stations.

Guide lawyers to support PoCs to file complaints, FIR, GD and cases at police stations and courts.

Provide legal representation and support to PoCs at Cox's Bazar Sadar police stations and courts.

Experience Requirements

At least 3 year(s)

Additional Requirements

5 years' experience in legal practice in criminal and civil matters in court in Bangladesh with good reputation. ( Practitioner of Cox's Bazar Court with give preference).

3 years of progressively responsible relevant professional work experience in the development or humanitarian response area.

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.

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

Knowledge and skill on legal practices in national courts.

Proven skills and competencies to work with MS Office and data analysis and presentation packages.

Experience in documentation support functions, such as referencing and terminology, editing and handling of official documentation is an asset.

Excellent communication and articulation skills, awareness of socio-economic, cultural and political sensitivities.

Effective communication, report writing and presentation for external and internal audiences.

Understanding in evidence-based behavior change practices.

Fluency on written in English is a must.

Drafting and reporting skills, accuracy in document production and editing

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

Person with disability are encouraged to apply