Legal Expert - Rule of Law

Apply legal expertise in rule of law initiatives

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Application deadline 5 years ago: Thursday 25 Feb 2021 at 23:59 UTC

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Overview

Apply legal expertise in rule of law initiatives

You have:

  • Minimum experience of 10 years in law-related areas of concern with proven knowledge on Gharimat and Small Claims cases.
  • At least 2 years' experience working on Access to Justice, legal research, litigation, and gender advocacy.
  • Experience in developing legal material in Arabic.
  • Experience in developing and delivering training courses.
  • Previous experience with the UN is an asset.
  • Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

Contract

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Background

To apply for this consultancy assignment, please check below link to veiw the terms of reference and other documents.

https://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_notice.cfm?notice_id=75378

Duties and Responsibilities

Please check below link

https://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_notice.cfm?notice_id=75378

Competencies

  • Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
  • Demonstrates integrity and fairness, by modelling the UN/UNDP’s values and ethical standards;
  • Promotes the vision, mission and strategic goals of UNDP;

Required Skills and Experience

  • Minimum experience of 10 years in law-related areas of concern with proven knowledge on Gharimat and Small Claims cases.
  • At least 2 years' experience working on Access to Justice, legal research, litigation, and gender advocacy.
  • Experience in developing legal material in Arabic
  • Experience in developing and delivering training courses.
  • Previous experience with the UN is an asset
  • Personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility, and drive for results.
  • Works effectively in high-pressure and rapidly changing environments
  • Efficient use of Microsoft applications such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
  • Language: Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

Technical and financial proposals along with CV & 3 references should be submitted and attached as one file, and without such will not be considered).

(Only Short Listed Candidates will be contacted)

Potential interview questions

Can you give an example of a challenging legal case you handled? This question assesses your practical experience and problem-solving skills in legal scenarios. Share a specific case, outline the challenges faced, your approach, and the outcome.
How do you ensure cultural sensitivity in your legal practice? The interviewer wants to understand your awareness and approach to diversity in legal contexts. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience working with UN agencies or similar organizations. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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