Full-time

Legal Intern

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Rolling basis — open until filled

1. Legal Writing

The intern will be involved in analysis of implementation of various laws and policies as regards minorities and Indigenous communities in Kenya, writing articles on implementation of various laws and policies as regards minorities and Indigenous communities in Kenya under the keen supervision of the assigned supervisor. The intern will also be expected to draft organisation position papers and advisories on issues, concerns and rights of minorities and indigenous communities. The intern is expected to reference all legal research materials and sources used in executing the drafts.

2. Legal Research

The intern will be involved in conducting extensive research of legal doctrines, helping to draft memos, writing letters, and keeping the team updated on current local, regional and global legal events. The intern may assist in proofreading and reviewing various forms of document, legal drafts, and correspondences and prepare legal reports.

3. Legal Analysis

The intern may review, analyse, and compare various laws, doctrines and regulations on Human Rights Law as it applies to minorities and indigenous peoples. Such analysis may be centred on how the various laws and practices differ from our practice's region and jurisdiction.

4. Blogging and Blog Writing (General Tasks)

The intern may research topics and develop interesting articles and stories that may appeal to our target audience and promote the blog using social media, direct email, and other methods to alert and expand our readership