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Volunteer Legal Officer

Posted in Voluntary

Musasa Project

Job Type

Full Time

Location

Zimbabwe

Description :

Musasa

Deadline: 31 March 2021


Reporting to: Programme Manager


Background

Musasa is a national NGO that started work in 1988 focusing on Violence against women (VAW). Musasa mainly focuses on direct support to survivors of Gender based violence, public education and awareness raising on Violence Against Women. Clients that we serve often come to seek legal services. Musasa is therefore inviting candidates for the position of Legal Officer to be based in Harare.


Duties and Responsibilities

Providing legal services to clients and enabling them to deal with legal issues concerning their cases; Drafting legal papers for clients; Giving support to clients in court in extreme cases of violence; Following up clients for extended support; Any other duties as may be assigned by the Departmental Head.


Qualifications

Bachelor of law Honours Degree; Ability to work with GBV survivors in the counselling department; Ability to articulate legal issues for clients affected by GBV; At least 1-year experience in a similar role; Ability to use Microsoft Office; Ability to quickly understand and absorb new topics, issues and disciplines; Ability to work well with partners in a consortium; Ability to speak Shona, English and Ndebele.

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To apply


To apply


Send your application letter and CV with three (3) traceable references to musasaproj@musasa.co.zw or drop hard copies at Musasa Head Office at Number 64 Selous Avenue, Corner 7th Street and Selous Avenue, Harare. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. NB – This is a temporary volunteer position which will be available for 6 months.




Safeguarding Commitment


Musasa is committed to safeguarding the personal dignity and rights of beneficiaries. Any candidate offered a job with Musasa will be expected to adhere to Musasa’s Safeguarding Policy and conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of this policy


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