Terre des hommes - Lausanne is seeking a qualified Senior Legal Officer based in Bekaa (Baalbek and Hermel districts).
Job Purpose / Main Functions:
Under the supervision of the Protection Manager and the A2J Senior Technical Programme Officer, the Senior Legal Officer is responsible for the overall leadership, supervision, coordination, and quality assurance of legal aid services delivered under the UNHCR-funded project.
The Senior Legal Officer ensures that legal counseling, assistance, representation, and awareness activities are delivered in compliance with Lebanese law, international protection standards, UNHCR guidelines, and organizational policies.
The role includes supervising Project Lawyers and Paralegals, overseeing complex legal cases, strengthening coordination with judicial and administrative authorities, and contributing to strategic planning, reporting, and advocacy efforts.
As part of a mobile legal program, the Senior Legal Officer will maintain a strong field presence across Baalbeck and Hermel to monitor service quality, support staff, and respond to emerging legal and protection risks.
Intervention Sectors
Children & Youth
Location
- Lebanon
- Beqaa
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
2000 to 2500 (USD)
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
Please refer to the below link to apply for the vacancy:
https://app.zenats.com/en/public_job/5a6G6uH8DqRZQfjGuKZ73A
Tdh Foundation, Lausanne has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse of beneficiaries. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s responsibility and all staff are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct, that enshrines principles of PSEA, always (both during work hours and outside work hours). Familiarization with, and adherence to, the Code of Conduct is an essential requirement of all staff.
The deadline to apply to the vacancy is on Monday January 5th, 2026. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Written Technical Test will be required at the next phase of recruitment, while the shortlisted candidates will also have a Panel interview with the Programs Unit and HR.
Only the applications received through our mentioned link will be taken into consideration.
Requires a Cover Letter?
No
Experience Requirements
More than 10 years
Education Degree
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details
A Bachelor’s degree in Law is required. A Master’s degree is a plus but not mandatory.
Arabic
Fluent
English
Excellent
French
None
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No