Fresher Peace and Justice Officer US NGO Jobs – International Rescue Committee (IRC)

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Job Title:   Peace and Justice Officer (Fresher Jobs)  

Organisation: International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Duty Station:  Bidibidi, Yumbe, Uganda

 

About US:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we improve outcomes in the areas of health, safety, economic wellbeing, education, and power.

 

About Project:

The IRC is implementing an EU funded project titled  “Strengthening  Integrated Systems to accelerate access to Gender, Child and Youth  Justice”  with the goal of promoting peaceful and safe coexistence under the rule of Law in Yumbe and Lamwo districts.  funding from the European Union.

 

Job Summary:  The Justice and Peace Officer will be responsible for implementing the project on “strengthening integrated Systems to accelerate access to Gender, Child and Youth Justice” and conduct activities such as  legal  information sessions, assessments, detention facility visits and protection monitoring activities.

 

IRC is currently looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking, self-motivated, and resilient  person to join our team to support the effective delivery of the organization’s mission

 

The Justice and Peace Officer Reports to the Senior Justice and Peace Officer and will be Based within  the refugee community in Bidibidi, Yumbe.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Carry out the day-to-day implementation of the project activities ensuring that the project activities reflect donor commitments.
  • Provide legal aid to the Persons of Concern and ensure that legal aid and peacebuilding data is consistently collected, analyzed and aggregated for advocacy purposes.
  • Conduct Legal case management and follow up on legal cases with relevant authorities.
  • Strengthen the capacities of the community-based paralegals through regular mentorship sessions.
  • Submit regular data and submit weekly and monthly reports
  • Ensure all interventions are fully aligned to national frameworks and systems as well as well as broader policy developments relevant to legal aid.
  • Contribute and participate in the monthly zonal coordination meetings.
  • Establish and maintain good working relationships with JLOS actors, OPM, Local Government authorities, UN agencies, I/NGO’s, CSOs, refugee leadership and community-based paralegals.
  • Maintain close collaboration with other IRC sectors such as Women Protection and Empowerment (WPE) and Health
  • Report on agreed assignment on time.
  • Keep a weekly record of assignment undertaken.
  • Any other reasonable activities determined by the Supervisor that is commensurate with the needs of the programme.
  • Abide by IRC policies and procedures.
  • Maintain a high standard of integrity and ethics and uphold the image of IRC.


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Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized University
  • At least two years of relevant experience in access to justice and peace building.
  • Strong understanding of International Human Rights and Refugee Law.
  • Experience in working and coordinating with UN donors, INGO’s and other stakeholders.
  • Strong sense of personal integrity.
  • Great communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Good Report Writing Skills
  • Attention to detail.
  • Strong self-drive skills.
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Resilience and ability to work in a hard to reach area
  • Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.

 

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested applicants should apply online at the link below.

 

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Deadline: 5th November 2022

 

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