LEGAL PRACTIONER X2 – LEGAL ASSISTANCE CENTRE

The LAC is a public-interest law centre based in Windhoek and was established in 1988to provide legal services to indigent individuals and communities.
The Legal Assistance Centre is inviting dynamic applicants to apply for the above positions, one for the Land, Environment and Development Unit (LEAD) and one for the Social Justice Project (SJP)

Key performance indicators:
• Conduct public interest litigation on behalf of individuals and communities in land, environment and developmental matters as well as socio-economic rights;
• Provide assistance with the development of legal publications, legal research documents and
• community educational materials;
• Represent the LAC at different fora;
• Attend workshops and lectures on human rights as required;
• Submit activity reports to the Project Co-ordinator and LAC management.
• Attend to any Ad-Hoc functions relevant to the position.

The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:
Academic:

• LL.B degree or other recognized Law Degree
• The applicant must be an admitted Legal Practitioner of the High Court of Namibia
• Interest in human rights and working with marginalized communities

Experience:
• The ability to communicate and negotiate at all levels;
• Minimum 3 years post-admission experience
• A systematic methodical approach to work;
• The willingness and ability to travel out of town and to rural areas on short notice;
• Tolerance and respect for diverse viewpoints and choices.
• Good command of the English language (both written and oral) – proficiency in other languages spoken will be an advantage
• A well informed background of communal land and community rights
The LAC is offering a competitive salary and benefits include membership of a medical aid scheme and pension fund and generous annual leave
As per Affirmative Action Act, 1998, persons from the designated groups are encouraged to apply.