Role Description
About CRAN Child Rights African Network (CRAN) is committed to promoting, protecting, and advancing children’s rights through legal action, policy advocacy, strategic partnerships, research, and child-centred interventions across Africa. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Assistant Legal and Programmes Officer to support our legal, programmes, and advocacy work, working closely with and assisting the Legal and Policy Advisor – East Africa. Key Responsibilities • Support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of CRAN’s child rights, access to justice, and advocacy programmes. • Conduct legal research and policy analysis on child rights and child protection issues, preparing legal opinions, briefs, memoranda, and reports. • Support the identification and development of partnerships with donors, civil society organizations, government institutions, and other stakeholders. • Assist in coordinating conferences, workshops, and advocacy initiatives, including drafting concept notes, policy briefs, and communication materials. • Conduct client intake interviews and follow-up meetings using child-friendly, trauma-informed, and rights-based approaches. • Maintain accurate legal and case documentation in line with CRAN’s record management procedures and confidentiality standards. • Prepare referrals and supporting documentation for pro bono advocates, legal aid providers, and partner organizations. • Monitor and follow up on assigned legal cases, updating progress within the CRAN Management System (CMS). • Represent CRAN at stakeholder meetings, legal forums, and community engagements, and prepare activity reports. • Monitor emerging child rights trends and legal developments, providing recommendations for advocacy or policy responses. • Support the development and preparation of donor proposals, project reports, and advocacy publications. • Ensure compliance with CRAN’s Child Safeguarding Policy and all applicable laws and conventions on children’s rights.
Key Requirements & Skills
Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); admission to the bar is an added advantage. • 1-2 years of relevant experience, ideally within a non-profit or civil society organization. • Demonstrated skill in developing proposals, including donor and project proposals. • Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders. • Sound understanding of child protection frameworks, including the Constitution of Kenya, the Children Act, and relevant international conventions. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with case management systems is an added advantage. • High level of integrity, confidentiality, and commitment to child safeguarding. What the Volunteer will gain • Experience in Child rights law and Children Law. • Experience in Policy making • Exposure to Legal Research and Drafting. • Experience in and Programme Planning and Implementation • Exposure to African regional and International mechanisms • Experience in working with Civil Society Organizations • Professional Networking and Exposure • Experience in Access to Justice and Legal Aid initiatives and protocols. • Professional Networking and exposure in Child-rights and Public Interest sector