Country: Philippines
Closing date: 28 May 2019
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a Geneva-based humanitarian organization that protects and assists victims of armed conflicts and other situations of violence without discrimination. It has been providing humanitarian aid in the Philippines for more than 70 years, with a permanent presence since 1982. The ICRC works closely with the Philippine Red Cross, its primary partner in the country.
Join the Legal Department team of an international humanitarian organization. The ICRC delegation in the Philippines is looking for:
Law Interns
(Based in Makati)
MAIN TASKS:
· Provides legal research for the ICRC Customary International Humanitarian Law Study
· Provides research, writes papers on issues related to International Humanitarian Law, other fields of public international law, domestic legislation and other matters, as necessary
· Provides administrative and other support for ICRC activities and initiatives
REQUIRED PROFILE:
A successful candidate will have:
· A law school education for at least three years
· Studied and shown strong interest in international humanitarian law and/or public international law
· Excellent legal research and writing skills
· Excellent Filipino and English communication skills
· The ability to work in a multicultural environment
The ICRC offers
· A meaningful internship within an international humanitarian setup
· A compensated internship
Closing date of application: 28 May 2019
Duration of contract: Fixed term internship
Start date: 27 May to 26 July 2019
*Please note that due to the urgent need for these positions, the applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the positions may be filled even before the application deadline. As a result, if interested, kindly submit your application as soon as possible.
How to apply:
Qualified applicants are requested to send their comprehensive resume, cover letter to man_hr_services@icrc.org with subject line: SURNAME First name – Law Intern.
Office Address: 5/F Erechem Bldg., Salcedo corner VA Rufino Streets, Legaspi Village, Makati City
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. A valid NBI clearance must be submitted once shortlisted.
To learn more about the ICRC in the Philippines, please visit our website and follow us on Facebook.