Legal Advisor (National) - MyJustice Programme, British Council Myanmar
Susan Lee
The organisation
The British Council is the world’s leading cultural relations organisation and creates opportunities for people in the UK and worldwide to understand each other, to work together and learn from one another. We see this as crucial to building secure, more prosperous and sustainable futures for us all. We build trust and understanding between different countries and cultures and develop strong international links that are of benefit to people in Britain and the rest of the world. We call this work – cultural relations.
MyJustice operation
MyJustice is a four year programme that aims to improve access to justice and legal aid for the poor and vulnerable, develop the legal capacity of justice sector professionals and strengthen selected rule of law institutions to better fulfil their mandates.
MyJustice is funded by the European Union and implemented by the British Council and has two specific objectives:
1. To improve access to both formal and informal justice systems especially for vulnerable groups in up to 6 regions/states in Myanmar;
2. To improve the functioning of institutions which support the Rule of Law in Myanmar
Working mostly at community & grassroots level, MyJustice places emphasis on a people-centred approach, which is designed to encourage learning, trust and collaboration among and between all stakeholders. We will work in close consultation with communities to promote enhanced and equitable justice provision for all groups, especially those currently most excluded.
The role
The Legal Advisor (National) will support the design and implementation of interventions of the MyJustice programme. He/She is responsible for ensuring the programme’s impact, experience and expertise takes account of Myanmar’s legal framework, practices and culture, and influences change in the justice sector (informal and formal) in Myanmar. He/She will contribute to the programme’s success by improving engagement with legal professionals and other justice service providers.
For further information please see role profile and British Council Generic Behaviours
In order to be considered for this role, please state as clearly as possible in your application form to illustrate the demonstrable experiences you possess as matched with the “Essential Experience/Skills & Knowledge” we are looking for. We regret that resumes or CVs will not be considered when we shortlist for the role, as with applications that are lacking in information.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 25 October 2016 (23:59 UK Time)
For any queries related to this job please email EA.Recr...@britishcouncil.org.sg and the East Asia Recruitment Team will aim to respond as quickly as possible.
Susan Lee
For any queries related to this job please email EA.Recruitment@britishcouncil.org.sg and the East Asia Recruitment Team will aim to respond as quickly as possible.