Lawyer

Major Responsibilities:

• Ensure cases harmed or at risk of being harmed are identified and receive individual case management support by conducting documentation, assessments, action plans, direct service provision, referrals, and follow-ups for an assigned caseload;
• Make recommendations to ensure spaces are made safe and appropriate for case management;
• Be available to provide basic emotional support for urgent cases;
• Conduct a psychosocial assessment of vulnerable cases, including environmental, emotional, behavioral, and social factors as well as resources and strengths that impact the individual well-being;
• Ensure the preparation of accurate case plans for high-risk cases identified with clear outcomes and time-frame;
• Monitor and follow up on the outcome of the assistance provided;
• Conduct awareness sessions on GBV and SRHR in coordination with the project coordinator;

• Ensure coordination with other service providers in the area of intervention for prompt referral, follow-up, and information sharing;
• Manage, fill, and archive specific forms for cases profiling, referral, and monthly reporting ensuring confidentiality, accuracy, and timeliness;
• Manage Fe-Male’s hotline;
• Be available to participate in meetings and training in and outside the center including case management meetings, case conference meetings, or any other meetings when required;
• Communicate regularly with the coordinator and Executive Director for updates on achievements and challenges;
• Communicate and coordinate with the legal committee at Fe-Male;
•  Accomplish any other assignments allocated by line managers. 

Qualifications:

• • A law degree of Master’s degree in law with emphasis on the Lebanese law;
  • At least ten years professional experience in law practice;
  • Demonstrated experience in supporting and/or representing non-profit organizations and Gender-based violence cases legally;
  • In depth knowledge of the Lebanese law, procedures, protection and reporting mechanisms and the judiciary system;
  • Proven knowledge in gender and human rights and feminist work approaches;
  • Excellent knowledge of Arabic and English is mandatory;
  • IT, documentation and reporting skills;

ONLY WOMEN OR SELF-IDENTIFIED WOMEN CANDIDATES ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.