R=P seeks a legal research assistant to conduct a study assessing the legal and political
challenges that both permits and/or hinders proposing a new policy to Syrian refugees’ access to
Legal permits in Lebanon.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Outline, literature review and assessment on various legal matters within the project’s
objectives.
• Engage with partners in the design and implementation of the research.
• Provide advice on different legal issues and assist in drafting legal opinions, memoranda
and other legal documents as needed by the project.
• Be actively involved in various project milestones and activities including meetings and
workshops.
• Assist in reviewing any legal material produced by the project and any other relevant
documents and to identify the most important issues that need to be sorted out on a priority
basis.
• Presentation of research findings to R=P and the project partners.
• Other related legal reviews and opinions as requested by the project.
COMPETENCIES
Core Values
• Respect for diversity, integrity, transparency, and professionalism.
Core Competencies
• Accountability; Creative Problem Solving; Effective Communication; Inclusive Collaboration;
Stakeholder Engagement; and Time Management Skills.
Functional Competencies
• Demonstrated experience in conducting research on legal issues and knowledge of
international and national legal frameworks.
• Strong knowledge and familiarity with national institutions and civil society organizations in
Lebanon.
• Ability to communicate complex information and ideas in a simplified manner.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in both English and Arabic.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deliver on time.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Education:
• Master’s degree in law, ……. or equivalent work experience.
• A first-level university degree in combination with three additional years of qualifying
experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience:
• At least 3 years of increasingly responsible experience in research that focuses on legal
matters.
• Experience in strategic analysis and report writing.
• Familiarity with legal issues in Lebanon and Syria and broader legislative issues in the
country is essential.
• Familiarity with R=P work is desirable.
Language Requirements:
• Proficiency in oral and written English and Arabic is a must.
Application:
Interested Individual Researcher must submit the following documents/information to demonstrate
their qualifications to R=P project manager (Fatima Ibrahim) on the following email address:
[email protected]
• A cover letter with a brief presentation of your research experience explaining your
suitability for the work and link to the portfolio of work
• Personal CV
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