Access to Justice Intern
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JOB PURPOSE
To support the Access to Justice programme in Malindi and Kilifi County – with a prominent focus on documenting the implementation of Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) in the counties – and to support case intake, documentation, referral and follow-up of human rights violations, legal awareness, and engagement with paralegals and justice-sector actors, while gaining practical experience in human rights and access to justice work.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB), Criminology, Social Work, Sociology, Peace & Conflict Studies or a related field, or a Diploma in Law or Paralegal Studies, completed within the last two years.
- Professional: Paralegal training or a certificate in human rights, mediation or counselling is an addedadvantage. Familiarity with the Judiciary's Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) Policy Framework is an added advantage.
- Experience: No work experience required. Attachment or volunteer experience in legal aid, human rights or community work is an added advantage.
- Language: Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of local languages spoken in Kilifi County is an added advantage.
- Computer skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic database use.