Senior International Law Specialist

1 week ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia beBeeLawyer Full time $95,000 - $110,550
Job Description

The International Red Cross promotes the laws that protect victims of war and provides humanitarian assistance worldwide.

This role employs people in 90+ countries with voluntary contributions from governments and national societies.

  • Assists to strategize, plan, and implement programs promoting international law.
  • Monitors legislative developments related to humanitarian law.
  • Researches and drafts analyses, advice, and presentations to support activities.
  • Delivers presentations on humanitarian issues to various audiences.
  • Liaises with academic circles regarding pedagogical tools, resources, and events.
  • Assists with planning, preparation, and execution of visits, meetings, and other events.

You will have an understanding of the ICRC's global operations and adhere to its Fundamental Principles.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent).
  • A post-graduate degree is an asset.
  • Knowledge of international law.
  • Experience in research, analysis, and synthesis of legal texts.
  • Strong communicator able to explain complex issues clearly.
  • Demonstrated sense of initiative, autonomy, adaptability, and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated capacity to set priorities and complete assignments efficiently.
  • Excellent organizational and computer skills.
  • Sense of team spirit and ability to establish cooperative working relationships.
  • General interest in humanitarian issues.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
Benefits

The position is a permanent contract based in Canberra. The starting salary is AUD95,000 plus super. The ICRC offers private health insurance contributions.

Applicants must be entitled to reside and work in Australia.

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