Legal Officer at Lawyers Against Abuse (LvA)

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide direct legal services including comprehensive support in criminal cases, assistance with protection orders and general legal advice.
• Work closely with LvA’s mental health professionals to implement LvA’s integrated services model.
• Maintain accurate and complete client files on Soweto Care System.
• Lead LvA’s state actor engagement initiatives in Diepsloot, including local accountability and capacity-building activities.
• Identify and manage stakeholder partnerships relevant to programme effectiveness in Diepsloot.
• Facilitate legal education workshops, as needed.
• Write programmatic reports and other documentation.
• Supervise and oversee professional development of Junior Legal Officer.
• Assist with marketing and communication efforts, as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• LLB or other law degree or paralegal qualification
• Experience working with victims of gender-based violence or other vulnerable populations preferred.
• Experience providing direct legal services within a community-based setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of women’s rights and issues around gender-based violence.

Competencies Required:

• Fluency in isiZulu, Sepedi and/or Tshivenda.
• High levels of flexibility, strong leadership skills and a clear sense of purpose.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently, both individually and in a team.
• Excellent analytical skills and oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain the confidentiality required.
• Resilience and the ability to cope with challenging situations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritise your workload.
• Strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office suite.