Legal Adviser 1 at ICRC - International Committee of the Red Cross

Main Responsibilities:

• Provides legal advice to the ICRC Protection Department through research, drafting legal notes, participating in meetings and drafting minutes, on a broad range of legal issues related to but not limited to International
• Humanitarian Law, International Human Rights Law and Criminal Law.
• Provide legal advice to Assistance and Support Departments concerning contracts as well as other legal queries
• Assist Legal Department in ensuring that all ICRC staff are familiar with the international legal framework applicable in Nigeria
• Conduct research and analysis on specific legal matters to support the Legal Advisors and operations, as needed
• Assists the Head of the Legal Department in carrying out comprehensive reporting of external activities, meetings, record keeping, and internal communication
• Maintains and expands a strong network amongst governmental authorities (MFA, FMoI, FMoJ, MoD, etc.) and other organisations (civil society organisations, NBA, etc.)
• Assists with trainings/workshops with relevant authorities on topics related to ICRC activities

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in law
• Called to the Nigerian Bar an asset
• Studied international law with a strong understanding of international humanitarian, human rights and criminal law
• 3-5 years relevant work experience, preferably in international humanitarian law, international human rights law, and Nigerian criminal law
• Excellent spoken and written English; passive understanding of French as asset
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills
• Computer literacy (competency in Microsoft Office and legal research databases)
• Understanding of the work and role of the ICRC in Nigeria
• Relevant work experience in international organisations and Nigerian organisations (e.g. civil society organisations, law firm)

Personal Attributes:

• Proven research and analytical skills; able to think critically and articulate legal arguments in a structured and professional manner
• Very strong organizational skills
• Passionate, motivated and pro-active
• Able to work closely and constructively with others
• Very responsible and reliable; able to manage files independently