Regional Legal Advisor

2 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia International Committee Of The Red Cross Full time
About the Position

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Regional Legal Advisor to promote and assist the ratification and implementation of international humanitarian law (IHL) treaties in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific region.

Key Responsibilities
  • Promoting the ratification and implementation of relevant IHL treaties, including supporting the development of implementing legislation and providing technical assistance and training on IHL implementation.
  • Liaising with governments and other authorities (including diplomatic circles and militaries) in relation to IHL issues of particular concern to ICRC.
  • Maintaining and developing relationships with relevant academic circles throughout the region, supporting IHL teaching and debate, and raising awareness of the mandate and work of the ICRC.
  • Supporting and advising Pacific National Societies on IHL issues and matters related to the protection of the red cross, red crescent, and red crystal emblems.
  • Delivering presentations on IHL and other humanitarian issues of particular concern to ICRC to a wide range of audiences, including military, other components of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, academic circles, students, and the general public.
Requirements
  • Detailed knowledge of international humanitarian law.
  • Bachelor of Laws or equivalent and an advanced degree in IHL or a related field.
  • At least three years of professional experience, including experience working in or with governments or with an intergovernmental organization.
  • Excellent communication skills and comfort with public speaking.
  • Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities.
  • Demonstrated capacity to work independently and in a team.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships in a culturally diverse environment.
  • Availability to travel frequently within Australia and overseas.
About the Benefits
  • A competitive salary of AUD 125,000 per annum.
  • Salary Packaging | NFP Benefit.
  • 11.5% superannuation.
  • Possibility of internal and external trainings.
  • A pleasant and conducive working environment.


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