Assistant Legal Officer - Policy and Legal Review  Abuja

Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR) is an indigenous nonprofit institution that works to accelerate positive health, social and economic reforms through high-quality program design and implementation, capacity building, implementation science research and knowledge generation, as well as agenda-setting and stakeholder convening across human development sectors. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Assistant Legal Officer - Policy and Legal Review

Location: Abuja

Reports to: Legal and Compliance Manager

Job Type:  Internship Job Description

The Assistant Legal Officer will provide support to the legal team by conducting research, reviewing policies, and assessing legal frameworks with a focus on health, education, policy and human rights law. The role requires a keen interest in policy development, legal research, and analysis of laws and policies relating to health, education, human rights, social justice, and related areas. The candidate will contribute to projects that review and shape laws and policies to align with best practices and international human rights standards.

Conduct in-depth legal research on national and international laws, policies, and best practices, particularly related to health, international development and human rights Review existing legal frameworks and policies to assess compliance with human rights standards Assist in the identification of gaps in existing policies and suggest areas for reform

Analyse laws, regulations, and policies, with an emphasis on their impact on development and human rights Draft reports, briefs, and legal opinions on policy implications and legal reforms Support the development of new policy proposals that align with human rights principles

Assist in the preparation of advocacy materials aimed at advancing human rights legislation or challenging existing legal frameworks Monitor and document human rights violations and provide legal analysis to support advocacy

Assist in ensuring the organization complies with statutory obligations, governance policies, and internal controls. Support the legal team in board meeting preparations, board documents and minutes and general board support

Support the drafting of legal documents, contracts and policy papers Assist in reviewing legal submissions to ensure they meet required standards

Liaise with external stakeholders, including human rights organizations, government agencies, and international bodies, to gather information and collaborate on legal and policy reforms Attend relevant meetings, forums, and workshops to represent the legal team and gather insights on emerging issues

Data Protection and Privacy Compliance

Support the implementation of the Nigeria Data Protection Act and other applicable privacy laws across organisational projects. Assist in reviewing data processing activities for compliance with applicable data protection requirements. Support the preparation and maintenance of Records of Processing Activities (ROPAS), privacy notices, consent documentation and other privacy compliance records. Assist in conducting Privacy Threshold Assessments (PTAs), Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAS) and Legitimate Interest Assessments (LIAS), as needed. Monitor developments in data protection laws and emerging regulatory guidance relevant to SCIDAR's operations.

Provide administrative and legal support to the legal team as needed Assist in preparing materials for legal training sessions or presentations Stay updated on emerging human rights trends and legislative changes Provide risk advisory services to ensure prevention, identification and mitigation of legal risks

Information Security Management System Responsibilities

All employees are responsible for supporting and maintaining the organization's information security posture by adhering to established security policies, participating in mandatory training, safeguarding data and systems, promptly reporting security incidents or suspicious activities, and applying best practices in the secure use of technology and information handling.

Required Competencies

Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) and BL. Demonstrated experience in preparing reports, documenting findings into research papers or publications.

Demonstrated interest in policy review and development, research and human rights advocacy; Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner; Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team; Strong attention to detail and commitment to upholding high ethical standards; Compelling evidence of interest in and commitment to the mission of SCIDaR; Fast learner, open to learning from peers, subordinates, and supervisors collaboratively and at a rapid pace. Ability to synthesise complex legal issues into practical recommendations. Basic understanding of data protection and privacy laws. Strong organisational and document management skills. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Excellent time management and prioritisation skills.

Terms of Appointment

This is an  internship position based at SCIDAR headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria. Application Closing Date

Not Specified. How to Apply

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