Legal Assistant

Job Summary: The Legal Assistant will assist the lawyers working for Refugees Program at Caritas Lebanon Migrant Center on a daily basis. The Legal Assistant conduct interviews with refugees’ to fill legal files, pay fees on behalf of the refugees to the GSOs and Ministry of Labor, and follow up before courts and data entry. Responsibilities: Identify legal needs and provide legal counseling Paying fees before the GSO centers and MOL Under the guidance of their direct supervisor, assist persons of concern by representing them in relevant administrative bodies; Preparation of legal proceedings Data base entry Facilitate legal sessions on protection, rights and entitlements, legal status, statelessness and other issues as dictated by the needs Conduct other duties as assigned by supervisor. Skills and Competencies:  Belief in human rights Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team Strong understanding of International Human Rights, Refugee Law and Lebanese law Familiarity with the Lebanese legal community Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word Flexible and able to work in a dynamic and diverse environment. Knowledge of administrative hearing and court rules and procedures