Fresher Legal Assistant US Non-profit Jobs – American Refugee Committee (ARC) International
Organization: American Refugee Committee (ARC) International
Duty Station: Uganda
About US:
The American Refugee Committee (ARC) International is an International nonprofit, nonsectarian organization that provides humanitarian assistance and training to millions of beneficiaries around the world.
Job Summary: The Legal Assistant will be responsible for supporting the smooth running of the daily activities of ARC Legal sector including client management and follow up, facilitation of alternative dispute resolution and to contribute to legal awareness raising activities and legal trainings.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the American Refugee Committee (ARC) Legal Assistant job must hold a Diploma in Law and a Certificate in Uganda Paralegal Advisory Services (PAS) training.
- A minimum of two years of working experience in a similar field.
- Previous exposure and experience in representing clients before any Quasi-Judicial and other governing bodies.
- Previous experience in engaging with key partners on legal-related issues.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Experience of riding a motorcycle and a valid riding permit is a MUST.
- Knowledge of the Luo / Acholi language is an added advantage.
How to Apply:
All qualified and interested candidates should send a one-page cover letter, updated CV (maximum four pages) and names, title and contacts of three professional referees, to include most current employer/supervisor – via email to UGjobs@arcrelief.org with the POSITION applied for clearly indicated in the subject line.
NB: Only applications received through the stated email address will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 8th April 2019
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