Legal Officer

ECPMF is hiring a legal officer to support the implementation of their legal support programme. This is a full time (40 hours per week) project-funded position for a period of one year, starting on 01 March 2024, with the possibility of continued employment. The successful candidate will be based in Leipzig, Germany.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Legal Advisor in implementing the legal support programme
• Research and vet applications for legal support under the guidance of the Senior Legal Advisor
• Monitor legal threats against media outlets, journalists, and media workers in Europe
• Compile periodic and annual reports related to legal support
• Proactively reach out to journalists in need for legal assistance
• Document legal actions against journalists on Mapping Media Freedom and the Council of Europe Platform on Safety of Journalists
• Provide support in organising events on legal topics
• Support in liaising with partners
• Support legal and advocacy work with national and international organisations

Your Profile

• One to two years of relevant professional experience
• Educational background in law, human rights, political science, communication science, media studies, or relevant areas
• Experience in handling multiple activities at once, ability to work under pressure
• Fluency in English
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professionalism, reliability, willingness to take on responsibilities

What you can expect

• You will be working in a team with a collegial atmosphere in an international environment
• Your annual gross salary will between €42,000-45,000, depending on your experience.
• A workplace in the Gohlis district in the city of Leipzig, including German employment benefits
• The possibility of continued employment

How to apply

The application deadline for this position is February 5, 2024. To apply, please click here