Vacancy at The International Committee of the Red Cross on Abuja
The International Committee of the Red Cross is recruiting for the position of Legal Adviser 2 based in Abuja, Nigeria.
The International Committee of the Red Cross works globally to protect and assist people affected by armed conflict and violence. As an independent and neutral humanitarian organization, it is mandated by the Geneva Conventions of 1949. The ICRC promotes respect for international humanitarian law. At the same time, it provides life saving assistance and protection to affected communities.
The Legal Adviser 2 will support the Abuja Delegation by providing legal guidance on international humanitarian law, international human rights law, and other relevant international legal frameworks. The role also includes advising on Nigerian national law. Additionally, the role involves advising on legal matters linked to the delegation’s operations. It includes analysing developments in national and international legal frameworks. The adviser will contribute to strategies that address humanitarian and legal challenges in Nigeria.
The position requires building and maintaining strong professional networks with Nigerian federal government authorities, including the executive, legislative and judicial arms. It also requires networks with civil society organizations, legal institutions and the Nigerian Bar Association. The adviser will conduct legal research and analysis. Moreover, the adviser will draft legal notes and reports. The adviser will contribute to the development of policy and legal frameworks that support the implementation of humanitarian law and related norms.
The role also involves supporting dissemination of international humanitarian law and human rights law through seminars, workshops and engagement with specialized audiences and the public. The adviser will represent the delegation in meetings with partners. Furthermore, the adviser will contribute to strengthening legal dialogue with national stakeholders.
Applicants must possess a university degree in law and a master’s degree or specialization in public international law. This should include international humanitarian law or international human rights law. Candidates should have three to five years of relevant professional experience. Admission to the bar or experience in the legal or judicial sector is an advantage.
The position is based in Abuja with periodic travel to ICRC sub delegations across Nigeria.
Link: https://careers.icrc.org/job/Abuja-%28ABJ%29-Legal-Adviser-2-31549/1371585733/
