Senior Advocacy Officer

Overview Lawyers for Justice in Libya (LFJL) is a Libyan and international independent non-governmental organisation, committed to achieving justice and respect for human rights in Libya. We do this through advocacy and outreach, accountability, transitional justice initiatives and capacity building, underpinned by our own independent research. The Role We are looking for a strategic thinker who is passionate and driven to join our close-knit team as a Senior Advocacy Officer. This position is at the heart of our advocacy work in Libya and internationally, with a specific focus on advocacy at the Human Rights Council (HRC) and the International Criminal Court (ICC). The role will focus on ensuring that human rights concerns and accountability in Libya, as well as Libya more generally, are prioritised at the level of the HRC and ICC, as a key step towards sustainable peace and the restoration of the rule of law. Job Requirements A postgraduate degree in Law, International Relations, Politics, or a related subject is required. At least four years’ experience in advocacy, using both online and offline technologies. An understanding of and commitment to working on conflict and post-conflict contexts. Knowledge of international human rights and familiarity with the workings of regional and international human rights mechanisms including the United Nations, African and European human rights systems. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required; fluency in Arabic is desired. Benefits Pay will be determined subject to the experience and qualifications of the applicant. Application Details Please email a copy of your CV, a brief cover letter, and an example of your unedited written work to our email (found in JD after clicking Apply) with the title of the vacancy in the subject line.