Juriste Immigration - Guelph, ON, Canada - HIAS Inc

Description

HIAS seeks one lawyer to support its mission to provide legal aid to refugees and other forced migrants in Lesvos, Greece.

The selected lawyer provides aid to refugees and other forced migrants through the provision of individual asylum counseling and casework, individual representation before the Greek authorities and courts, group asylum information presentations, assistance with family reunification, and another protection-related advocacy.

Compiles biographical data, persecution stories, and evidence to produce comprehensive asylum case submissions.
Provides legal information and counseling (group and/or through individual sessions) to refugees and migrants on asylum, family reunification procedures
Attends meetings and builds relations with legal and other partners.
Mentors and assists volunteer attorneys from around the world.
Conducts legal information sessions for asylum seekers
Law degree and registration with a Greek bar association.
Ideally two years relevant work experience.
Excellent oral and written English skills; Post-graduate degree in a relevant field (e.g. Public international law, human rights, refugee law, international relations, political science) preferred.
Experience in representing asylum seekers and refugees before civil and criminal judicial proceedings desirable
Knowledge of international refugee law, human rights law, and application
Ability to flexibly adapt to a changing legal, emergency-response environment.
Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.

Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America.

Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts, and history of the Jewish people – a history of oppression, displacement, and diaspora.

HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world.

HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion.

People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community, and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission, and values.
HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety, and opportunity.

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.

DIVERSITY:

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation, or other legally protected.

HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS.

We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel.

Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS' Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
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