A human rights organisation that defends and promotes freedom of expression and freedom of information throughout the world.
Article 19 is looking for a legal officer to assist in promoting an enabling legal and policy environment for freedom of expression and freedom of information in East Africa.
To do this s/he will analyse relevant laws and their conformity with international and regional standards, research and monitor freedom of expression developments and trends, undertake advocacy and assist with litigation.
In addition s/he will represent ARTICLE 19 at conferences and meetings, develop and deliver training to local stakeholders and generally contribute to the work and activities of ARTICLE 19 in the region.
Candidates should have a law degree with at least some specialisation in international and regional human rights law and/or media law.
They should be able to demonstrate familiarity with human rights legal standards and mechanisms; good research, analysis, writing and policy development skills; have experience of working on legal and policy issues in the region; be an effective time manager with good public speaking and interpersonal skills.
Fluency in English is essential and preference will be given to those who have spoken and written proficiency in French.
This is an initial one year contract. All applicants must already have the right to work in Kenya (or other country in East Africa if that proves possible).
For detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
http://www.article19.org/about/employment.html
How to apply
Interested candidates should send a covering letter highlighting how they meet the person specification and a CV to Kenyalegal@article19.org or by post to ARTICLE 19, Free Word Centre, 60 Farringdon Road, London EC1R 3GA marking the envelope “Kenyalegal”.
Closing date: 21 Feb 2011
You can also visit www.kenyanvacancies.com for more jobs
Article 19 is looking for a legal officer to assist in promoting an enabling legal and policy environment for freedom of expression and freedom of information in East Africa.
To do this s/he will analyse relevant laws and their conformity with international and regional standards, research and monitor freedom of expression developments and trends, undertake advocacy and assist with litigation.
In addition s/he will represent ARTICLE 19 at conferences and meetings, develop and deliver training to local stakeholders and generally contribute to the work and activities of ARTICLE 19 in the region.
Candidates should have a law degree with at least some specialisation in international and regional human rights law and/or media law.
They should be able to demonstrate familiarity with human rights legal standards and mechanisms; good research, analysis, writing and policy development skills; have experience of working on legal and policy issues in the region; be an effective time manager with good public speaking and interpersonal skills.
Fluency in English is essential and preference will be given to those who have spoken and written proficiency in French.
This is an initial one year contract. All applicants must already have the right to work in Kenya (or other country in East Africa if that proves possible).
For detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
http://www.article19.org/about/employment.html
How to apply
Interested candidates should send a covering letter highlighting how they meet the person specification and a CV to Kenyalegal@article19.org or by post to ARTICLE 19, Free Word Centre, 60 Farringdon Road, London EC1R 3GA marking the envelope “Kenyalegal”.
Closing date: 21 Feb 2011
You can also visit www.kenyanvacancies.com for more jobs
