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The IPSA Legal Analyst will work under the direct supervision of the UNV Legal Specialist and may work with other lawyers in the Administrative Law Practice Group or BMS/OLS as required.

Scope of Work of Legal Analyst

• Contribute in the review of investigation reports and coordinating with the UNV Advisory Panel on Disciplinary Measures Committee (APDMC) concerning disciplinary cases;
• Contribute in the review of and preparation of responses to appeals to the UNV Executive Coordinator and Requests for Administrative Review submitted by UN Volunteers;
• Contribute in the provision of legal advice on the application, interpretation, and revision of the UNV Conditions of Service and other relevant policies;
• Contribute in the provision of advice on queries concerning a range of personnel matters concerning the status, benefits and entitlements of UN Volunteers.
• Support in the handling of formal appeals of staff members and cases concerning allegations of misconduct against staff, including litigation before the UN Tribunals
• Perform other related functions as requested by the UNV Legal Specialist.
• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

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Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Law, LL.M. or equivalent is required. OR
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in above mentioned areas in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of work experience in the practice of Public International Law with a law firm, a government and/or an international organization’s legal office is required
• Experience in receiving, analyzing, and addressing legal queries from diverse clients or stakeholders, ensuring timely and accurate advice tailored to their needs is desirable.
• Proven experience in providing clear, concise, and actionable legal guidance on complex matters, including the interpretation of  legal frameworks, policies, or procedures is desirable.
• Proven track record of knowledge of applicable legal framework and understanding of the legal norms as applied to the United Nations in general desirable.
• Experience with the United Nations system legal framework, experience working with personnel/Administrative Law issues of United Nations Organization desirable.
• Familiarity with handling cases involving allegations of misconduct and appeals against administrative decisions highly desirable.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required.
• Working knowledge of Spanish is strongly desirable.

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