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: EarthRights International
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: 16 July 2021
29 July 2021
Mekong Legal Coordinator
Position Title: Mekong Legal Coordinator
Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Reports To: Mekong Region Policy and Legal Advisor
Application Deadline: 29 July, 2021
EarthRights International is a non-governmental, non-profit organization that combines the power of law and the power of people in defense of human rights and the environment, which we define as “earth rights.” A key part of who we are organizationally is our three-pronged approach to making change: training of community and legal activists, strategic legal work in defense of human rights and demanding corporate accountability, and campaigns to promote systemic governmental and corporate policy change. Our work focuses on climate justice and accountability, earth rights defenders, and corporate accountability.
EarthRights is currently seeking a Mekong Legal Coordinator to join our Mekong Legal Program, based in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Summary Description
Reporting to the Mekong Regional Policy and Legal Advisor, the Legal Coordinator will support the work of the Mekong Program to develop and implement legal strategies to protect human rights and the environment. The Legal Coordinator will support and participate in the formulation of national and regional legal and policy-based strategies, community legal training programs, and legal support for community leaders and civil society partners. The Legal Coordinator will conduct research on law and policy issues, develop legal memoranda, help formulate policy proposals and will support workshops in collaboration with EarthRights staff and partner organizations. The position requires substantial experience in international human rights and environmental legal advocacy, policy and practice, ability to work with diverse staff and partners, and demonstrated success in developing and implementing effective legal advocacy in the Mekong Region. The position may require travel to other countries in the Mekong region (Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam).
Roles and Responsibilities
Support the development and implementation of program goals, strategies and work plans in line with EarthRights’ mission and strategic plan in consultation with the Mekong Policy and Legal Advisor.
Support and work with the Mekong Legal Team to develop and implement national legal strategies in Thailand and other Mekong region countries to protect human rights and the environment, especially on behalf of indigenous peoples and ethnic minority Mekong communities.
Conduct research on cases in the Mekong region countries that fit into the objectives of the organization and help to develop case/campaign strategies in cooperation with EarthRights staff and partners.
Support in the development of strategies to collaborate with national and regional organizations with regard to protecting human rights and the environment in the Mekong region.
Perform legal research, conduct advocacy, produce policy proposals, and participate in workshops in collaboration with other NGOs, federations and indigenous communities.
Work with Mekong Legal Team and other Mekong staff to design and implement projects to increase the knowledge and capacity of affected communities in the Mekong region in the area of indigenous rights, human rights and accountability mechanisms (i.e., via trainings and workshops).
When necessary, work with the Mekong Legal team and partner organizations to provide legal support to community/indigenous leaders.
Assist the Mekong office with overseeing quality implementation of projects, including budgeting activities, reporting to donors, and monitoring and evaluation, in line with EarthRights’ financial and other policies.
Provide report and proposal writing support to the EarthRights Development Team.
Help develop partnerships with other NGOs and activists in the Mekong region to advance EarthRights’ advocacy goals.
Support the full integration of gender and social inclusion into EarthRights’ program activities.
When assigned, speak on behalf of EarthRights on legal issues to policy makers, businesses, media and other earth rights stakeholders at conferences, meetings and other public events.
Help coordinate and conduct training sessions for the annual Mekong Legal Advocacy Institute (MLAI) two-week training for junior legal professionals from the Mekong region.
Help coordinate EarthRights’ ongoing communication with MLAI alumni.
Other tasks assigned by the Mekong Region Policy and Legal Advisor.
Qualifications and Experience
University degree in Law.
2-3 years’ work experience in legal capacity
Experience with community organizing and engagement
Demonstrated commitment to human rights and environmental justice and legal professionalism
Experience with regional and international bodies and processes relevant to the protection of human rights and the environment in Asia, such as the ADB, MRC, AICHR, and/or Mekong country domestic legal systems
Experience working with Mekong regional networks of NGOs, CBOs, academics and with diverse teams of lawyers, non-lawyers and grassroots activists
Experience in the provision of training and workshops to communities
Strong legal research and writing skills
Experience in research for policy development in the Southeast Asia context
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team and under strict deadlines
Excellent analytical skills, good judgement, personal initiative, and effective task management
Experience or interest in working with people from diverse cultures
Demonstrated experience and understanding of the complexities and security demands of implementing projects in sensitive political contexts
Excellent cross-cultural communication skills, including experience working with colleagues from across Southeast Asia and Western countries
Interest, enthusiasm, and affinity for using the law as a vehicle for social change
Demonstrated sensitivity to gender and social inclusion issues
Native level Thai, Khmer, Lao, Burmese or Vietnamese speakers preferred
Fluent in English
How To Apply
PLEASE FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
By July 29, 2021 candidates should send an email with the subject line "Mekong Legal Coordinator" to apply-sea@earthrights.org with the following documents:
Cover letter describing their interest in the position
CV or resume
3-5 pages of sample or extract of legal writing or writing on a relevant topic or issue without editing.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
EarthRights International is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in its hiring practices, and actively encourages people of color, women, people with disabilities, and LGBTQI people to apply.
