Legal Advisor

PURPOSE

Legal Adviser 1 advises delegation(s) on international humanitarian law (IHL) and national and/or international legal matters. S/he initiates and formulates strategies to address identified issues. S/he supervises and guides research on and analysis of specific legal matters and broader sectors of the national legal system.

RELATIONSHIPS

• Internally, interacts with different departments within the delegation, as a member of the delegation`s IHL team, with the Legal advisor, and as needed with technical reference persons within the delegation.
• Externally, interacts with partners and contacts, including a wide range of interlocutors, such as lawyers, bar associations, judiciary, legislators, international and national NGOs, academic circles and think tanks.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Understands and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Understands and adheres to the ICRC Code of Conduct
• Understands the roles of the components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Respects and observes staff regulations and security rules at all times
• Represents the ICRC in a professional manner at all times
• Develops and maintains a pleasant and conducive working environment with colleagues and line managers
• Performs all duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of the employees and the ICRC
• May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other departments when necessary

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyses the situation, advises and provides guidance on the applicable national and international legal frameworks and norms in relation to delegation activities, objectives, strategies and plans of action to address identified legal and other related issues.
• Performs independent research on and analysis of specific legal issues, as well as broader sectors of the national legal system.
• Supports IHL dissemination activities directed at specialized audiences and the public at large and supports the implementation of strategies, programmes and action plans related to IHL treaty participation, the development of relevant domestic legal and policy frameworks and mechanisms for their implementation.
• Monitors developments in the national implementation of IHL and relevant international human rights law (IHRL) norms.
• Represents the delegation in meetings with external contacts; participates in dissemination sessions, if required.
• Advises on socio-political and legal aspects related to delegation strategy and operations, if required.
• To carry out administrative tasks for the IHL department.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Professional legal experience (3–5 years)
• Experience in international humanitarian law (IHL) or related fields
• Experience in legal research and analysis
• Experience working with stakeholders
• Experience in training, teaching, or dissemination
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law (LLB)
• Additional certifications or training in IHL or related areas preferred

You application should include:

• Cover/motivation letter setting out briefly your motivation and suitability for the position.
• Complete and up-to-date CV.

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment.  For this position, qualified females, and candidates with disabilities, minorities, or different backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. 

If your profile matches the requirements and you are interested in the position, then your application should be submitted no later than 20th April 2026.

Application submitted after the closing date shall not be entertained. Only SHORTLISTED candidates to be called for assessment.