Responsibilities
The Senior Legal Adviser’s primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Support program strategy on litigation, including identifying potential strategic cases at the national, regional, and international levels in collaboration with partner organizations; researching and writing pleadings, legal memoranda, amicus curiae, submissions to regional human rights bodies, UN submissions, and case briefs on comparative and international human rights law; and identifying claims for use in national, regional, and/or international fora;
Monitor compliance with international obligations relating to reproductive rights and jurisprudential developments;
Design and implement advocacy strategies to support potential or existing litigation;
Contribute to the development of advocacy materials and other Center publications;
Support the development and implementation of a capacity-building strategy on initiatives to advance reproductive rights in the region;
Undertake fact-finding missions to document and expose human rights violations;
Develop and maintain relationships with local and regional NGOs and key stakeholders;
Cultivate pro bono partnerships and develop projects with law firms, law associations, and law schools in the region to leverage the Center’s work;
Represent the Center externally on matters related to reproductive rights in the region through public speaking and interaction with the media;
Assist the Regional Director with the supervision of interns, volunteers, and pro bono lawyers;
Support other program, management, and operational activities as necessary; and
International travel is required.
Qualifications
Strong commitment to the Center’s mission, purpose, and values;
Degree in law (Juris Doctor or postgraduate) required;
Minimum 7 years related professional experience;
Knowledge of international human rights, women’s rights, and African human rights system preferred;
Experience litigating constitutional and human rights cases in Kenyan courts necessary; before regional or international human rights systems a plus;
Capable of complex legal analytical work and creative and strategic thinking;
Advocacy experience, including as part of NGO coalitions a plus;
Excellent writing, editing, research, and oral advocacy skills;
Very detail-oriented with strong organizational and coordination skills; and
Ability to work collaboratively, to multi-task, and to work under pressure.
Compensation: The Center offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits program.
