Legal Officer (1 Position)
Full time @Refugee-Led Organization Network of Kenya (RELON-Kenya) posted 3 hours ago in Legal Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Career Level Officer
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Experience 2 Years
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
Job Description
Position Purpose
- The Legal Officer will provide legal support, case management, and referral services with a strong focus on family reunification, resettlement pathways, complementary pathways, and child protection (including custody-related matters).
- The role aims to enhance access to justice and durable solutions for refugees and asylum seekers, particularly vulnerable groups.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Legal Assistance & Case Management
- Handle and support cases related to family reunification, resettlement, and complementary pathways.
- Provide legal guidance and referrals for child custody and child protection cases affecting refugee families.
- Conduct case intake, assessment, and provide preliminary legal advice (including court representational where applicable).
- Maintain accurate case files and ensure confidentiality.
Referrals & Coordination
- Refer cases to relevant legal aid providers, UN agencies, embassies, and protection partners.
- Liaise with stakeholders involved in resettlement and family reunification processes.
- Support clients in navigating legal and administrative systems.
Legal Awareness & Outreach
- Conduct awareness sessions on refugee rights, legal pathways, family reunification, and documentation processes.
- Promote awareness on child protection, gender equality, disability inclusion, and prevention of exploitation and abuse.
Documentation & Follow-Up
- Support refugees in accessing and renewing legal documentation.
- Track case progress and ensure follow-up with relevant institutions.
Reporting & Engagement
- Document legal trends, challenges, and emerging protection issues.
- Prepare reports, case summaries, and referral tracking updates.
- Engage with communities, RLOs, and stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) or related field.
- Diploma or certification in refugee law, human rights, or paralegal studies is an added advantage.
Experience
- Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in legal aid, protection, or refugee law.
- Demonstrated experience in family reunification, resettlement programs, and complementary pathways.
- Experience handling or supporting child custody and child protection cases.
- Experience working with refugees, asylum seekers, or marginalized communities.
- Prior experience with NGOs, UN agencies, or RLOs is highly desirable.
Contract Conditions
- This is a fixed-term, non-permanent position.
- Renewal or extension is subject to satisfactory performance, organizational needs, and availability of funding.
