Call for Applications! for Senior Legal Advisor on International Humanitarian Law! Apply Now!

Responsibilities

The Senior Legal Advisor has the following responsibilities:

Analysis and legal advice on IHL

• Analyses legal documents and policies from European institutions (Council, EEAS, Commission, European Parliament), NATO and Belgium of interest to the ICRC and covered by IHL and legal dimensions of humanitarian action.
• Advises the delegation on the institution’s legal positioning and provides legal advice on relevant internal (briefing files, reports) and external documents and files (reports, position papers,).

Dialogue, mobilisation and positioning with EU bodies on questions relating to IHL and legal dimensions of humanitarian action

Educational background and specific skills required

• Master’s degree or specialization in a discipline of public international law, including IHL or international human rights law
• Representation/diplomatic/negotiation skills and proven competence in public speaking (conferences, etc.)
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical and drafting skills
• Strong understanding of EU and/or NATO institutions
• Knowledge of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement an asset
• People management experience

Languages

Fluent French and English. Dutch desired.

What we offer

• An opportunity to join one of the most respected international humanitarian organisation in the world
• A full-time open-ended contract under Belgian legislation
• Work within a dynamic and multicultural team
• A stimulating benefit package.
• Grade: C1
• Starting date: 1 December.

To apply for this position, please send your resume and a cover letter before 27 September via our website.

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