Job Title: Legal Detention Consultant

Job Description

Key DeliverablesDeliverable # 1:? Mitigation measures are put in place, monitored and adjusted accordingly so the IRC detention programming in Iraq can function safely and achieve impact (access to rights) without staff having to resort to risk measures. The Consultancy should specifically :? Directly manage and oversee work of five detention lawyers, monitoring quality of work and adherence to IRC Legal Assistance and Detention SoPs including code of conduct of lawyers.? Monitor due diligence when selecting cases through the applicability of the eligibility criteria as outlined in the SoP.? Capacity build/coach detention lawyers on best approach for safety, confidentiality and do no harm approach for detention clients? Lead on meetings between senior management staff and judicial officials, prison officials, court investigators, etc, to sensitize them to the work of IRC and the eligibility criteria. Facilitation letters obtained from the High Criminal Court in Baghdad for IRC lawyers to represent such clients should be obtained.? Facilitate regular contact with security focal points and monitor events affecting representation of such clients? Oversee information management of detention pilot program, specifically ensuring detention lawyers upload cases to Commcare database in an adequate and timely manner, checking quality of information and approach from opening of cases to closure, and advising on corrective measures if applicable.? Oversee budget management, ensuring detention lawyers abide by all IRC financial procedures.? Conduct a monthly satisfaction survey with clients and/or their family members, analysis data and recommend course correction as necessary.? Ensure satisfaction surveys for detention cases included in regular M&E processes? Technical support and guidance where requested and needed to achieve these actions.Deliverable # 2:? Technically identify areas for improvement, how to increase impact and potential broader legal sector reform to strengthen the right to a fair trial.? Regularly review progress of successful cases during the pilot, mitigation of risk factors and ensure implementation of course correction? On conclusion of consultancy, outline recommendations for continuing implementation of detention programming in the future? Review and recommend potential strategic programming for legal sector strengthening.Overall Consultant Requirements:The Legal Detention Consultant will have a strong technical understanding of Legal Judicial Processes in Iraq, preferably having work experience in related detention cases. (S)he will understand Legal Humanitarian Programming and be able to take on and support the implementation of activities prioritized under the detention programming pilot. (S)he will recommend course correction when necessary to ensure program quality and impact of IRC detention work in Iraq.QualificationsQualification & Requirements:? Law Master s and/or Bachelor Degree? At least three years of prior professional experience as a practicing lawyer or in a position where legal advice, counseling and assistance was frequently provided to vulnerable clients.? Strong knowledge in International Law (Refugee law, Human Rights, IHL)? Good protection background and knowledge of IDP context? Experience working on detention cases in the Iraq context strongly preferred? Knowledge of Arabic essential? Excellent drafting and oral communication skills in English? Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills? Demonstrated analytical skills and report writing experience required? Willingness to travel internally in Iraq 60%

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