BiRD is currently looking for expressions of interests from experts in the justice sector with various specialisations for the position of Senior Paralegal Advisor for a Justice Sector project in Zambia.
Well-qualified candidates should have the following illustrative qualifications:
*University degree in Law or a related field. Degrees in Human Rights, Economics, International Development or Public Administration will also be considered. An advanced degree (MA, MSc, MBA, PhD) is preferred;
*Previous comprehensive experience as a paralegal;
*Previous experience as a Team Leader for a Technical Assistance project related to Legal Reform;
*Knowledge of EC and GIZ or other international donor rules and regulations;
*Regional Experience in Subsaharan Africa required and experience in Zambia Justice Sector considered an asset;
*Demonstrated capability to work effectively with senior and local government officials, public interest and community groups, private industry representatives;
*A capacity-works certification is required for the position;
*Outstanding communication, management, and reporting skills; and
*Fluency in written and oral English required.
*Previous comprehensive experience as a paralegal;
*Previous experience as a Team Leader for a Technical Assistance project related to Legal Reform;
*Knowledge of EC and GIZ or other international donor rules and regulations;
*Regional Experience in Subsaharan Africa required and experience in Zambia Justice Sector considered an asset;
*Demonstrated capability to work effectively with senior and local government officials, public interest and community groups, private industry representatives;
*A capacity-works certification is required for the position;
*Outstanding communication, management, and reporting skills; and
*Fluency in written and oral English required.
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications and updated CVs are accepted on a rolling basis and should be submitted before 20 November, 2015 to: jobs@birdmunich.de.
Please note that only excellent experts meeting most or all of the above criteria and having an excellent and verifiable track record will be considered.
Please note that only excellent experts meeting most or all of the above criteria and having an excellent and verifiable track record will be considered.
