[Remote] Programme Officer - South Sudan

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Job Description

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Legal Action Worldwide (LAW) is an independent non-profit organization focused on providing support to individuals who have experienced human rights violations. The Programme Officer will play a key role in supporting the delivery and implementation of programs in South Sudan, including capacity building initiatives, legal research, and providing legal assistance to survivors and victims.

Organise and participate in partners outreach activities, including capacity building, awareness raising, and advocacy
Support the LAW team and partners in developing materials for legal information and assistance campaigns
Conduct legal or desk research on topics relevant to atrocity crimes and human rights violations in South Sudan as and when required
Produce analytical materials, including research memos, that will inform decision-making processes within the organisation and may also serve as the basis for legal actions or advocacy efforts
Plan and organise events, training courses, and interviews of witnesses
In collaboration with the Project Coordinator, maintain communication with LAW's partners in South Sudan, track and review their work, and make recommendations on how to improve coordination and joint activities
Assist the team with building new partnerships with South Sudanese and international NGOs, government authorities, and UN agencies, as well as maintaining existing external partnerships
Draft, edit, and distribute content, including publications, press releases, website content, annual reports, speeches, and other promotional materials
Support the Programme Manager with implementation of MEL activities and use of M&E tools to record information
Contribute to drafting narrative reporting; liaise with partners to ensure timely reporting
Compile and analyse global indicators for monthly reporting
Attend internal and external meetings, assisting preparing agendas and note-taking
Attend and contribute to meetings with partners and key stakeholders as and when required
In collaboration with HR, monitors and coordinate on the services of external providers Liaise regularly with Global HR and Finance to ensure that administrative procedures are being followed accurately, kept up-to-date, and disseminated to the programme team
Take ownership of individual workplan and internal administrative calendars to ensure progress is being made towards programme goals and key deadlines

Bachelor's degree in social sciences, or development studies, international relations, law, or a related field
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience working within the NGO sector, as part of a human rights, legal aid, or legal accountability programme
Good knowledge and understanding of the context of South Sudan political development, human rights, Transitional Justice and, justice and accountability
Proven track record of research and analytical skills
Fluent English, excellent written and oral communication in English
Excellent organisational skills with ability to meet deadlines and take on tasks from beginning to fulfilment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong technical literacy
Experience drafting analytical materials and research memoranda on legal issues is desirable
Experience delivering M&E activities and reporting
Experience establishing and maintaining effective partnerships with South Sudanese or international NGOs or government institutions is desirable
Experience designing and implementing capacity building, outreach, or advocacy campaigns is desirable
Demonstrated experience delivering on program expenditures, overseeing compliance procedures, or undertaking logistical, security duties
Knowledge of Arabic, written and oral, can be an additional advantage

Competitive salary (depending on experience) plus benefits.

LAW is an independent non-profit organisation comprised of human rights lawyers and jurists working in fragile and conflict-affected areas in Africa, the Middle East and South Asia. It was founded in 2013, and is headquartered in Genève, Geneve, CHE, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is http://www.legalactionworldwide.org.

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