Gender and Law Intern

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International Development Law Organization (IDLO)

  • Career category: Research/ Data analysis, Legal
  • Job type: Internship
  • Humanitarian or Development: Development
  • Experience level: 0-5 years
  • Organisation type: Inter-governmental
  • Remote option: No
  • Remuneration: €600 EUR / monthly
  • Work schedule: Full-time
  • Length of contract: Temporary/ Fixed-term
  • Deadline: 11/08/2023
  • Location: Netherlands
Generic (e.g. 'gender focal point' role Human rights
Overview & Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Legal Advisor on Gender, and working closely with the Gender Team, the Gender and Law Intern will be asked to assist by performing the following duties:
  • Support the drafting and finalization of at least two research products on the elimination of discriminatory laws;
  • Support the finalization of one-two policy briefs and research reports, including on women’s participation and leadership in the customary and informal justice sector and feminist climate action;
  • Draft at least two briefing materials and fact sheets on gender, justice and rule of law issues;
  • Draft at least six internal news feeds on key gender, justice and rule of law issues;
  • Conduct research on gender integration tools, including toolkits, manuals and guidelines;
  • Keep abreast of and document current and upcoming gender, justice and rule of law events, global conferences and seminars;
  • Support preparation of at least one expert group meetings, workshops and other events on justice for women. This may include tasks related to developing the concept notes, providing background research notes, coordinating the agenda, logistics, social media and documentation;
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements
Education
  • Master’s degree or higher in law, international affairs, gender studies, or similar field.

Work experience
  • Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for the internship but are encouraged to list all relevant work experience in their application.

Languages
  • Fluent oral and written communication skills in English are required.
  • French, Spanish, or Arabic language skills are highly desirable.

Competencies
  • Demonstrated skills in research across a varied range of law, gender justice and development issues is highly desirable.
  • Competency in office software including Excel and Share-point.
  • Good team player, highly motivated, strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, flexible mind, comfortable working in multi-cultural settings;
  • Demonstrated ability to work proactively and independently, including as part of a small team;
  • Ability to produce well drafted and analysed work product in a timely manner, exercise sound judgment, and manage and prioritize multiple assignments

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