INTERSOS

Legal Assistant

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الوصف الوظيفي

تعليمات وكيفية التقديم / How to Apply

How to Apply / كيفية التقديم


  • INTERSOS is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right for everyone to apply to its vacancies without any discrimination.
  • INTERSOS is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
  • For those interested and who meet the required criteria, please click Apply Here to apply.
  • Your resume must be uploaded in PDF or Word format.

Kindly note that:

  • Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Job Description / الوصف الوظيفي


  • Job Title: Legal Assistant
  • Position status: Full Time
  • Location: Shabwah
  • Announcement closing date: 31 Oct 2026

Main Purpose


  • Is responsible for supporting Legal specialist/ Activity Coordinator in providing legal information, counselling, assistance and representation to vulnerable persons in accordance with INTERSOS’ mandate, priorities and donor agreements.
  • Assist lawyers in planning and conducting awareness raising sessions on legal issues and legislation pertaining to civilians’ protection.

Reporting to


  • Hierarchical: Activity Coordinator
  • Functional: Legal specialist

Tasks & Responsibilities


  • Support lawyers, 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 the Lawyer.
  • 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 platform/database 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 the Lawyer for revision and approval.
  • Plan, organize and facilitate awareness legal sessions in the area of operation according to identified needs.

Requirements & Qualifications


Education

  • University Degree in Law.

Professional Experience

  • Minimum one year of relevant professional experience.
  • Previous working experience with IDPs, refugees and returnees.

Professional Requirements

  • Good knowledge of the local legal system and legal procedures.
  • Strong knowledge of international protection and human rights legal standards.
  • Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Power Point).

Personal Requirements

  • Respect and a non-discriminatory attitude.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Report writing skills.
  • Empathetic.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Commitment to INTERSOS principles.

Languages

  • Local language essential.

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