We are recruiting a Legal Policy Officer to play a key role in enabling us to fulfil our mission to break the cycle of statelessness in Europe and realise everyone’s right to a nationality. This is a 3 month fixed term contract with a strong possibility of extension beyond the initial contract term, subject to funding availability.
The successful candidate will support our law and policy development work and help galvanise change across the region to end statelessness in Europe. This is a great opportunity to help us deliver our new Strategic Plan working at the forefront of one of the most pressing human rights issues.
We are looking for someone with a legal policy background and good understanding of statelessness and related human rights issues and standards. They will be able to demonstrate an aptitude to successfully perform the various facets of the role, ranging from legal research and analysis to briefing advocacy targets and galvanising member participation. They will be highly articulate in English (other languages are an asset) with excellent attention to detail, and strong IT, organisational, and interpersonal skills. They will contribute positively to our dynamic organisational ethos, and demonstrate a flexible ‘can do’ approach, fitting well into a fast-moving and demanding environment with an international dimension.
To find out more about the role and how to apply please read the full role description.
How to apply
Candidates should send a completed Application form to info@statelessness.eu no later than Thursday 22 August 2024 (9am UK time), stating “Legal Policy Officer” in the subject heading. Please also provide a recent writing sample/extract (no more than 500 words) of a legal/policy piece that you authored.
Candidates are also encouraged to fill out an online Equality and diversity form. Your co-operation in completing this form is greatly appreciated, but not mandatory. Any information you provide is treated in strictest confidence and does not form part of your application.
Regrettably, due to the large number of applications we usually receive, it is not possible to write to you should you not be shortlisted for an interview. If you have not heard from us within 10 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
For questions about the role, contact ENS Head of Policy & Research, Nina Murray (nina.murray@statelessness.eu).
Interviews with shortlisted candidate will be held on Thursday 5 September 2024. Please indicate in your application covering email if you would be unavailable to attend an interview (either online or in person at our London office) on that day.
