Legal Assistant

Job Description

"Basic Information

Position: Legal Assistant  

Duty station: Amman, Jordan (roving in six governorates; Amman, Madaba, Irbid, Karak, Tafileh, Ma’an)

Reports to: (Hierarchical and Technical) Protection Coordinator.

Status: Fulltime.

Contract Duration:        From 01/07/2023 till 31/01/2024 renewable based on performance and availability of funds 

About INTERSOS:

INTERSOS is an independent non-profit humanitarian organization committed to assist the victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts. Its activities are based on the principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality of rights and opportunities, and respect for diversity and coexistence, paying special attention to the most vulnerable and unprotected people.

Purpose/objective of the position:

The “Legal Assistant” is responsible for supporting Protection Coordinator in providing legal information, counseling, and assistance to vulnerable persons, and refer for representation in accordance with INTERSOS’ mandate, priorities and donor agreements. Assist Protection Coordinator in planning and conducting awareness raising sessions on legal issues and legislation pertaining to civilians’ protection.

Generic Duties:

Support legal services provider, as needed, in conducting intake interviews with beneficiaries in order to assess legal needs and provide legal counselling on the main issues identified.
Prepare cash requests and other related documentation for financial assistance of legal services, including payment of cash. Ensure that invoices and supporting documents are handed over to the designated department (e.g., admin and finance).
Develop quality material for dissemination of legal information through outreach activities.
Provide legal information to clients on the main legal issues identified
Bring to immediate attention any case of special/emergency needs to Protection Coordinator and legal services provider
Carry out all tasks respecting key protection principles, including but not limited to: do no harm, non-discrimination, confidentiality, accountability and need-to-know principles
Document cases under his/her responsibility on the internal legal databases and ensure that any progress on action plan and any significant change in client’s overall situation is timely and duly recorded
Ensure proper and safe filing and archiving of legal cases files maintaining data confidentiality
Prepare regularly reports on legal services provided and submit it to Protection Coordinator and legal services provider for revision and approval
Plan, organize and facilitate awareness legal sessions in the area of operation according to identified needs

Specific Duties:

Assist Protection Coordinator in capacity building activities with INTERSOS staff, local CBOs, and community members
Ensure non-partisan, culturally and socially to advise the team in appropriate implementation of project;
Contribute to feasibility studies, surveys and need assessments;

Establish new contacts with communities as well as revive old ones where INTERSOS has been working;
Conduct community committees’ trainings, field visits, campaigns, meetings with local leaders and women’s groups;
Seek to create constructive working environment for community participants and field team, and encourage, facilitate, and mediate nonviolent conflict resolution and problem solving.
S/he will perform any other tasks requested by the Supervisor in the framework of the activities foreseen by INTERSOS program in Jordan.

Other Responsibilities:

Uphold the INTERSOS Code of Conduct and policies;
Strictly follow the internal procedures, policies (PSEA, CPP etc.) and guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Minimum requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Law;
Minimum one year of relevant professional experience
Good knowledge of the local legal system and legal procedures
Strong knowledge of international protection and human rights legal standards
Extensive field experience and an in–depth knowledge of refugee’s assistance issues;
Proven experience in dealing with community members, local leaders and other stakeholders;
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage efficiently multiple priorities, deadlines and tasks with attention to details;
Experience in conducting research, assessments and interviews is a strong asset;

Other requirements:

Native Arabic -Good written and spoken English
Strong team spirit, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment
Excellent analytical skills, observation and analysis capacity, and reporting skills.
Very strong interpersonal skills: strong communication and diplomatic skills
Practical and problem-solver
Ability to deal with heavy work pressure
Excellent time management skills and resourcefulness with attention to details.

 
"