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Legal Adviser 1

ICRCAbuja,Nigeria
Category | Grade:ProfessionalDeadline:17 Aug 2026 (closes today)Job ID:1424827433Posted on:10 Aug 2026 (7 days ago)
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Job Description

Advises the Abuja delegation on implementing international humanitarian law in Nigeria. The role develops legal strategies, supports national authorities and academic partners, and strengthens treaty participation, domestic legal frameworks and dissemination of humanitarian law among specialist audiences.

Key Details

Department

Abuja Delegation

Position details

Experience level

Early

Minimum experience

3 years

Category

Professional

Employment type

Full-time

Contract duration

1 year

Language Requirements

Required

English

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Advise on national implementation of humanitarian law
  • Monitor legal and policy developments
  • Build relations with authorities and academics
  • Provide legal advice and technical assistance
  • Organize IHL workshops and lectures

Role Requirements

  • University degree in Law
  • Excellent command of English
  • Valid authorization to work in Nigeria

Desired Criteria

  • Master’s degree in public international law or related fields
  • Internship or traineeship experience

Skills to Have

Additional info

  • Full-time fixed-term contract for one year, renewable

Source & verification

IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from ICRC Careers, on 10 Aug 2026.