Saturday, May 21, 2011

Legal Intern at Rights for All


Rights for All is a non for profit grassroot NGO committed to the promotion and protection of human rights in the CEMAC zone.
We are currently looking for a legal intern from July onwards for a period of two to six months.
Job Summary
One of the main aims is to help raise awareness so that ordinary Cameroonian people understand their rights and what protection they are legally entitled to in certain situations. Your role in this will involve various activities as follows:
1. Raising awareness in rural communities
2. Preparing leaflets, posters or educational tools
3. Running training programs
4. Planning promotional campaigns
5. Legal assistance to victims of human rights abuses
6. Assist and cooperate with pro bono lawyers
Your work will be important for the growth of human rights in Central Africa.
In addition, you will be required to undertake other administrative duties as required by the post and any task that may be assigned to you from time to time by the Executive Director or the Programme Director.
The successful candidate will have significant, hands-on experience in legal assistance and/or human rights. Opportunities to learn other skills necessary for non-profit work exist for the right candidate.
Place and Hours of Work: The position will be at the Rights for All office in Yaoundé, Cameroon on a full-time basis throughout the duration of the internship.
Required Skills/Experience:
1. Applicants should have a strong interest in human rights and its related issues
2. A legal background is an advantage
3. English mandatory, French and other languages are an advantage
4. Demonstrate strong interest in human rights and its related issues
5. IT proficiency
Desired Skills/Experience:
1. Fluent French
2. Prior experience in a similar position
Services we offer:
1. Accommodation
2. French (or English) language courses
3. Career advice
4. Support in the visa application process
5. Airport pickup
6. Advice on cultural behaviours and how to get integrated in the community. Also insurance, banking and telephone/Internet counselling.
There is a small internship fee. For more information, please visit our internship page.
Please send your application letter and CV to barbara.schuler@rightsforall.net. Please also include the period you will be available to intern with Rights For All.

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