Access to Justice Intern at Haki Yetu Charitable Trust

JOB PURPOSE

To support the Access to Justice programme in Malindi and Kilifi County – with a prominent focus on documenting the implementation of Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) in the counties – and to support case intake, documentation, referral and follow-up of human rights violations, legal awareness, and engagement with paralegals and justice-sector actors, while gaining practical experience in human rights and access to justice work.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB), Criminology, Social Work, Sociology, Peace & Conflict Studies or a related field, or a Diploma in Law or Paralegal Studies, completed within the last two years.
• Professional: Paralegal training or a certificate in human rights, mediation or counselling is an addedadvantage. Familiarity with the Judiciary's Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) Policy Framework is an added advantage.
• Experience: No work experience required. Attachment or volunteer experience in legal aid, human rights or community work is an added advantage.
• Language: Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Knowledge of local languages spoken in Kilifi County is an added advantage.
• Computer skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic database use.