- University Degree in Lebanese Law
- A minimum experience of 2 years in the field
- English language is a must, other languages are plus
- Excellent communication skills
Send CV and a short cover letter to recruitment@cf-invest.com
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October 6, 2015
September 15, 2014
Child Protection Program Manager - International Rescue Committee - Lebanon
SCOPE OF WORK: The CP Manager will be responsible to oversee the overall CP program in one of the governorate. The CP Manager will be responsible of the supervision of the case management and psychosocial activities as well as the operation aspect of the CP program. The Manager will provide technical support to the IRC staff as well as IRC partner. The CP Manager will work in close collaboration with the CP Specialist, the Senior Manager and the Protection and WPE Manager to ensure quality and integrated programs.
Position objectives:
- Manage the CP team in the governorate
- Provide technical and operational support to the CP team to ensure the good service deliveries of IRC CP programs to the beneficiaries.
Who this position reports to:
- Senior CP Manager
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program
- Manage the CP team; ensure that each staff has an updated JD, development of performance review, etc.
- Participate in the recruitment of staff and volunteers
- Ensure the overall implementation of IRC programs
- Ensure that the CM activities are in line with the Case Management (CM) SOP, referral pathway, data protocol and information sharing
- Ensure that the PSS activities are in line with the different guidelines
- Ensure the coordination and cooperation between the CM and PSS team
- Participate and provide feedback to the development of psychosocial material (PSS) adapted to the context and different PSS level for children and for parents
- Participate and provide feedback around the CM material, tools and guideline
- Support and supervise the good delivery of CM and PSS activities
- Identify the CP gateways and coordinate with them for the delivery of CP training, ensure follow up after the training to ensure that the referral system is clear and used according to information sharing procedure
- In collaboration with the CP Senior deputy Manager develop capacity building and coaching plan for the CM and PSS team
- Support in the development of training material for gateways and capacity building of staff
- Facilitate and co- facilitate and conduct trainings and workshops for IRC CP staff, para case worker and gateways
- In coordination with the CP Specialist participate in the monitoring and evaluation of the program
- Participate in the development of best practice and lesson learned in the area of CM, PSS, outreach and mobile team
Grant Monitoring & Reporting
- Revise and compile CM and PSS officer weekly, monthly and quaterly work plans in a timely manner
- Revise, compile CM and PSS officer and compliment weekly and monthly report
- Support the partner monthly and quarterly work plan
- Revise the partner weekly, monthly and quarterly report
- Ensure that all relevant financial documentation is completed accurately as required by IRC finance policy.
Coordination & Representation
- Represent CP IRC in coordination meeting, with donors and other stakeholders
- Facilitate and lead field site-based CP coordination or other response-related meetings, as relevant.
- Maintain positive coordination and relationships with partner and other IRC sector staff.
Other
- Ensure activities are done in accordance with IRC logistics policy and in a timely manner to ensure the successful implementation of programs;
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop IRC programs
Professional Standards
- All IRC staff are required to adhere to THE IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies.
REQUIREMENTS:
- University degree in law, social work, sociology or relevant field
- Experience in working with children mandatory
- Management experience mandatory
- Experience in working in emergencies preferable
- Five years of relevant work experience in the area of child protection preferably including case management and psycho-social programs
- Ability to develop partnerships, network and attend coordination meeting
- Experience in facilitating trainings/mentoring
- Fluency in Arabic mandatory and conversation and written English needed
- Knowledge of child protection database / CPIMS preferred
- Proficient in Word and excel
LOCATION: Zahle/Bekaa
DURATION: end of October 2014
rouba.trabolsi@rescue.org
Position objectives:
- Manage the CP team in the governorate
- Provide technical and operational support to the CP team to ensure the good service deliveries of IRC CP programs to the beneficiaries.
Who this position reports to:
- Senior CP Manager
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program
- Manage the CP team; ensure that each staff has an updated JD, development of performance review, etc.
- Participate in the recruitment of staff and volunteers
- Ensure the overall implementation of IRC programs
- Ensure that the CM activities are in line with the Case Management (CM) SOP, referral pathway, data protocol and information sharing
- Ensure that the PSS activities are in line with the different guidelines
- Ensure the coordination and cooperation between the CM and PSS team
- Participate and provide feedback to the development of psychosocial material (PSS) adapted to the context and different PSS level for children and for parents
- Participate and provide feedback around the CM material, tools and guideline
- Support and supervise the good delivery of CM and PSS activities
- Identify the CP gateways and coordinate with them for the delivery of CP training, ensure follow up after the training to ensure that the referral system is clear and used according to information sharing procedure
- In collaboration with the CP Senior deputy Manager develop capacity building and coaching plan for the CM and PSS team
- Support in the development of training material for gateways and capacity building of staff
- Facilitate and co- facilitate and conduct trainings and workshops for IRC CP staff, para case worker and gateways
- In coordination with the CP Specialist participate in the monitoring and evaluation of the program
- Participate in the development of best practice and lesson learned in the area of CM, PSS, outreach and mobile team
Grant Monitoring & Reporting
- Revise and compile CM and PSS officer weekly, monthly and quaterly work plans in a timely manner
- Revise, compile CM and PSS officer and compliment weekly and monthly report
- Support the partner monthly and quarterly work plan
- Revise the partner weekly, monthly and quarterly report
- Ensure that all relevant financial documentation is completed accurately as required by IRC finance policy.
Coordination & Representation
- Represent CP IRC in coordination meeting, with donors and other stakeholders
- Facilitate and lead field site-based CP coordination or other response-related meetings, as relevant.
- Maintain positive coordination and relationships with partner and other IRC sector staff.
Other
- Ensure activities are done in accordance with IRC logistics policy and in a timely manner to ensure the successful implementation of programs;
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop IRC programs
Professional Standards
- All IRC staff are required to adhere to THE IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies.
REQUIREMENTS:
- University degree in law, social work, sociology or relevant field
- Experience in working with children mandatory
- Management experience mandatory
- Experience in working in emergencies preferable
- Five years of relevant work experience in the area of child protection preferably including case management and psycho-social programs
- Ability to develop partnerships, network and attend coordination meeting
- Experience in facilitating trainings/mentoring
- Fluency in Arabic mandatory and conversation and written English needed
- Knowledge of child protection database / CPIMS preferred
- Proficient in Word and excel
LOCATION: Zahle/Bekaa
DURATION: end of October 2014
rouba.trabolsi@rescue.org
Category:
law,
ngo,
social sciences,
social work,
sociology
August 29, 2014
Lawyer - Aoun & Associates Law Firm - Lebanon
Aoun & Associates Law Firm are seeking a fresh graduate lawyer.
info@aounlawfirm.com
info@aounlawfirm.com
Category:
law
August 25, 2014
Human Resources Coordinator / Head of HR - International Rescue Committee - Lebanon
The HR Coordinator is responsible for providing support to all the HR staff (HR Managers, Officers and Assistants) and coordinators, and leading the overall HR functions including staff recruitment, contracts management, skills development, performance management and orientation. The HR Coordinator reports directly to the Country Director, takes direction on IRC global initiatives from the Regional HR Director and collaborates with all departments on human resources matters.
The HR Coordinator will direct and develop HR capacity and infrastructure in the Lebanon country program to ensure efficient and effective support for the growing organization which will reach over 300 workers in 2014 . The HR Coordinator will adapt and implement Global HR initiatives and practices and serve as an advisor to maximize staffing resources and performance, promote a positive organizational culture, minimize risk and ensure economy and efficiency of work processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Co-Lead implementation for IRC’s new Global HR Operating Policies and Procedures
2. Ensure all Generalist HR activities are carried-out in adherence to these standards.
3. Serve as the primary source of HR knowledge in response to employee and/or supervisor requests, be well versed in IRC Global HR Policies, and provide weekly, monthly and quarterly HR metrics as required.
4. As a member of the Senior Management team take the lead on determining workforce needs, identify human resource and competency gaps, and devise a development and workforce plan to facilitate nationalizing roles and staff retention.
5. Manage, train, mentor HR team; create detailed plan to build capacity for every HR staff, including performance objectives, recruitment and commitment to development.
6. Oversee full-cycle recruitment process and directly recruit senior-level positions; Develop candidate rosters, employ traditional sourcing strategies, actively network and employ innovative, creative recruiting methods to hire the best talent.
7. Review and approve job position requests, job descriptions and make recommendations, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
8. Supervise the onboarding and transition system ensuring that all new hires and transferring staff receive all relevant information and support as outlined in IRC Connect and the Global HR polices and procedures.
9. Lead the performance management process including creating a plan to manage annual reviews, conduct training on goal-setting, utilize budgets to organize development activities and work one-on-one with managers and employees.
10. In partnership with the Regional HR Director and HR Manager define and review salary structure; In conjunction with the Country Director and Finance Controller, coordinate annual compensation review process and compensation adjustments. Participate in budget preparation.
11. Manage benefit plans and communicate updates according to market bench-marking
12. Oversee HR-related administrative duties and ensure they are compliant with existing legal and government reporting requirements. Ensure all legal obligations are fulfilled.
13. Spearhead internal staff communications, team-building and employee engagement activities.
14. Ensure that the HR team is working in a harmonized manner with consistency among application of policy throughout all offices, and identify and implement mechanisms to ensure cooperation, communication and teamwork.
15. Serve as an ambassador and champion for the IRC Way: Standards for Professional Code of Conduct; escalate code of conduct issues to the Country Director and Regional HR Director for additional support and to ensure issue is resolved and appropriate follow-up is carried out.
16. Advise supervisors in determining appropriate disciplinary plans of action. Follow-up disciplinary measures and court cases.
17. Lead all employee relations with professional grace; lead investigations to resolve issues/conflict in the workplace.
18. Act as an impartial mediator in disciplinary procedures and ensure it is administered in an equitable and fair manner and meets all legal and labor regulations and requirements.
19. Liaise with the local legal counsel on HR issues that requires legal interpretations. Follow conflict management and dismissal processes. Participates in the closing down process with the other coordinators. Ensure all legal obligations are fulfilled.
20. Lead exit management procedure to ensure seamless and positive transition for departing employee
21. Elevate requests as needed to the Country Director and/or Regional HR Director.
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Country Director
Position directly supervises: Human Resource Managers and Officers
Technical Support: Regional HR Director and Regional HR Coordinator.
Other Internal and/or external contacts:
Internal:
- All staff and departments with Lebanon offices
External:
- The INGO HR forum, HQ-HR and Regional HR Coordinator ,other relevant stakeholders
- Lawyer, ministry of labor, social security and tax offices.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s university degree in HR management, Business Administration, Law, or related field.
- 8/10+ years experience as an HR generalist, including recruitment, performance management, compensation, training and development and HR Administration.
- 3+ years staff management experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with Applicant Tracking systems is preferred; recruitment experience is required.
- Strategic leadership experience managing an HR function for large budget programs in the INGO sector is strongly preferred.
- Strategic experience with managing staff, global workforce planning, and development of HR processes during a start-up phase is a plus.
- Top-tier written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development in English and Arabic.
- Proven sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to manage situations diplomatically and to effective resolution.
- Excellent management, interpersonal and negotiation skills and a demonstrated ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross cultural context.
- Proven ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional grace.
- Highly collaborative and able to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other stakeholders to maximize cooperation and productivity.
- Very strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
- Desire to continually learn and develop is a must
- Working knowledge of Lebanese labour law is required.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken; Arabic or French are required.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
LOCATION: Beirut, Lebanon
DURATION: 12 months (Renewable)
sarah.dodeen@rescue.org
The HR Coordinator will direct and develop HR capacity and infrastructure in the Lebanon country program to ensure efficient and effective support for the growing organization which will reach over 300 workers in 2014 . The HR Coordinator will adapt and implement Global HR initiatives and practices and serve as an advisor to maximize staffing resources and performance, promote a positive organizational culture, minimize risk and ensure economy and efficiency of work processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Co-Lead implementation for IRC’s new Global HR Operating Policies and Procedures
2. Ensure all Generalist HR activities are carried-out in adherence to these standards.
3. Serve as the primary source of HR knowledge in response to employee and/or supervisor requests, be well versed in IRC Global HR Policies, and provide weekly, monthly and quarterly HR metrics as required.
4. As a member of the Senior Management team take the lead on determining workforce needs, identify human resource and competency gaps, and devise a development and workforce plan to facilitate nationalizing roles and staff retention.
5. Manage, train, mentor HR team; create detailed plan to build capacity for every HR staff, including performance objectives, recruitment and commitment to development.
6. Oversee full-cycle recruitment process and directly recruit senior-level positions; Develop candidate rosters, employ traditional sourcing strategies, actively network and employ innovative, creative recruiting methods to hire the best talent.
7. Review and approve job position requests, job descriptions and make recommendations, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
8. Supervise the onboarding and transition system ensuring that all new hires and transferring staff receive all relevant information and support as outlined in IRC Connect and the Global HR polices and procedures.
9. Lead the performance management process including creating a plan to manage annual reviews, conduct training on goal-setting, utilize budgets to organize development activities and work one-on-one with managers and employees.
10. In partnership with the Regional HR Director and HR Manager define and review salary structure; In conjunction with the Country Director and Finance Controller, coordinate annual compensation review process and compensation adjustments. Participate in budget preparation.
11. Manage benefit plans and communicate updates according to market bench-marking
12. Oversee HR-related administrative duties and ensure they are compliant with existing legal and government reporting requirements. Ensure all legal obligations are fulfilled.
13. Spearhead internal staff communications, team-building and employee engagement activities.
14. Ensure that the HR team is working in a harmonized manner with consistency among application of policy throughout all offices, and identify and implement mechanisms to ensure cooperation, communication and teamwork.
15. Serve as an ambassador and champion for the IRC Way: Standards for Professional Code of Conduct; escalate code of conduct issues to the Country Director and Regional HR Director for additional support and to ensure issue is resolved and appropriate follow-up is carried out.
16. Advise supervisors in determining appropriate disciplinary plans of action. Follow-up disciplinary measures and court cases.
17. Lead all employee relations with professional grace; lead investigations to resolve issues/conflict in the workplace.
18. Act as an impartial mediator in disciplinary procedures and ensure it is administered in an equitable and fair manner and meets all legal and labor regulations and requirements.
19. Liaise with the local legal counsel on HR issues that requires legal interpretations. Follow conflict management and dismissal processes. Participates in the closing down process with the other coordinators. Ensure all legal obligations are fulfilled.
20. Lead exit management procedure to ensure seamless and positive transition for departing employee
21. Elevate requests as needed to the Country Director and/or Regional HR Director.
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Country Director
Position directly supervises: Human Resource Managers and Officers
Technical Support: Regional HR Director and Regional HR Coordinator.
Other Internal and/or external contacts:
Internal:
- All staff and departments with Lebanon offices
External:
- The INGO HR forum, HQ-HR and Regional HR Coordinator ,other relevant stakeholders
- Lawyer, ministry of labor, social security and tax offices.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s university degree in HR management, Business Administration, Law, or related field.
- 8/10+ years experience as an HR generalist, including recruitment, performance management, compensation, training and development and HR Administration.
- 3+ years staff management experience in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with Applicant Tracking systems is preferred; recruitment experience is required.
- Strategic leadership experience managing an HR function for large budget programs in the INGO sector is strongly preferred.
- Strategic experience with managing staff, global workforce planning, and development of HR processes during a start-up phase is a plus.
- Top-tier written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development in English and Arabic.
- Proven sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to manage situations diplomatically and to effective resolution.
- Excellent management, interpersonal and negotiation skills and a demonstrated ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross cultural context.
- Proven ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional grace.
- Highly collaborative and able to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other stakeholders to maximize cooperation and productivity.
- Very strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
- Desire to continually learn and develop is a must
- Working knowledge of Lebanese labour law is required.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken; Arabic or French are required.
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.
LOCATION: Beirut, Lebanon
DURATION: 12 months (Renewable)
sarah.dodeen@rescue.org
Category:
business administration,
human resources,
law
February 10, 2014
Legal Assistant - Saba & Co.IP - Lebanon
Duties
- Attends to the queries of the clients regarding legal enforcement matters for various IP rights in multijurisdictional areas in the MENA region.
- Provides legal advice and recommends a course of action on how to tackle infringement/ counterfeit matters in the MENA region
- Manages, coordinates and monitors legal enforcement cases on various IP maters
- Prepares day-to-day correspondences and reports to clients
- Translates documents when there is need
- Conducts trademark, patent, copyright research pertaining to the origin and background of their registered owner
- Conducts domain name research and searches for counterfeit items promoted online
- Liaises with external lawyers and Saba branches to obtain their feedback on infringement cases and maintain the appropriate follow-up
- Reviews IP related agreements such as licensing, franchise, master development, copyright agreements, etc.
- Prepares annual audit reports for clients pertaining to legal matters handled by the firm
Skills
- LLB in Law
- Good command of English and Arabic
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Good Organizational Skills
- Good analytical skills
- Team Player
hr@sabaip.com
- Attends to the queries of the clients regarding legal enforcement matters for various IP rights in multijurisdictional areas in the MENA region.
- Provides legal advice and recommends a course of action on how to tackle infringement/ counterfeit matters in the MENA region
- Manages, coordinates and monitors legal enforcement cases on various IP maters
- Prepares day-to-day correspondences and reports to clients
- Translates documents when there is need
- Conducts trademark, patent, copyright research pertaining to the origin and background of their registered owner
- Conducts domain name research and searches for counterfeit items promoted online
- Liaises with external lawyers and Saba branches to obtain their feedback on infringement cases and maintain the appropriate follow-up
- Reviews IP related agreements such as licensing, franchise, master development, copyright agreements, etc.
- Prepares annual audit reports for clients pertaining to legal matters handled by the firm
Skills
- LLB in Law
- Good command of English and Arabic
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Good Organizational Skills
- Good analytical skills
- Team Player
hr@sabaip.com
December 9, 2013
Attorney at Law - Royal Forex Trading - Lebanon
The Attorney at Law will be the main legal officer at the firm and will look after the firm's legal interests. The Attorney at Law will also be responsible to framing the firms legal framework in line with the laws and regulations of Lebanon, making sure that all company processes are in line with them. The Attorney at Law will also serve as a legal adviser to the management of the firm as well as Board of Directors and will give his/her legal opinion on various topics, working to shield the firm from any legal liabilities or loss and preserving its legal rights at all times.
Skills
- Financial laws and regulations expertise
- Corporate Law experience
- Capital Markets knowledge
- Banking knowledge
- Investments knowledge
- Intellectual Property experience
- Commercial Litigation
- Joint Ventures knowledge
- Arbitration experience
- Corporate Finance knowledge
- Project Finance knowledge
- Mergers and Acquisitions experience
- Due Diligence expertise
- Drafting legal documents
- Drafting employment contracts
- Analyzing legal issues related to proposed products
- Tax law experience and knowledge
Apply Online
Skills
- Financial laws and regulations expertise
- Corporate Law experience
- Capital Markets knowledge
- Banking knowledge
- Investments knowledge
- Intellectual Property experience
- Commercial Litigation
- Joint Ventures knowledge
- Arbitration experience
- Corporate Finance knowledge
- Project Finance knowledge
- Mergers and Acquisitions experience
- Due Diligence expertise
- Drafting legal documents
- Drafting employment contracts
- Analyzing legal issues related to proposed products
- Tax law experience and knowledge
Apply Online
Category:
law
November 27, 2013
Senior Inhouse Lawyer - MERIT Corporation / CMA CGM - Lebanon
To integrate on a full-time basis the in-house legal team for the following missions:
- Monitoring and follow-up on various trials/lawsuits of the group.
- Building-up official legal links/connections and strengthening of various relationship with the courthouse, legal cabinets, lawyers and various official stakeholders.
- Participation to the building-up of the legal secretarial department of the group.
- Development and participation in the negotiations and drafting of contracts.
- Monitoring of legal regulation and periodic reporting.
- Bring assistance and advice to various companies, mainly to the decision makers of the Group.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Higher education degree in Law.
- At least 15 years of experience as "Lawyer/Jurist".
- Knowledge of maritime laws. Professional experience in this field is a plus.
- Autonomous, decision-maker, stress holder, trouble shooter and excellent team player.
- Fluent in Arabic, French and English, with excellent speech ability.
- Computer literate.
brt.info@cma-cgm.com
- Monitoring and follow-up on various trials/lawsuits of the group.
- Building-up official legal links/connections and strengthening of various relationship with the courthouse, legal cabinets, lawyers and various official stakeholders.
- Participation to the building-up of the legal secretarial department of the group.
- Development and participation in the negotiations and drafting of contracts.
- Monitoring of legal regulation and periodic reporting.
- Bring assistance and advice to various companies, mainly to the decision makers of the Group.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Higher education degree in Law.
- At least 15 years of experience as "Lawyer/Jurist".
- Knowledge of maritime laws. Professional experience in this field is a plus.
- Autonomous, decision-maker, stress holder, trouble shooter and excellent team player.
- Fluent in Arabic, French and English, with excellent speech ability.
- Computer literate.
brt.info@cma-cgm.com
Category:
law
November 21, 2013
In-house Legal Counsel - JRS Holdings - Lebanon
Job Description
- Draft legal documents such as shareholders resolutions, board resolutions;
- Draft (standard) contracts such as contract of sale, management agreement, domiciliation and administration agreement and side letters;
- Guide acquisitions and reorganizations of client companies/structures regarding legal affairs;
- Support the Managers with answering the day-to-day legal issues and queries;
- Draft, assess and/or revise contracts and/or legal documents;
- Apply / carry out (internal) compliance/risk management rules;
- Coordinate the compliance and intake procedure together with the Team Managers;
- Draft, review and revise of agreements of a civil-and corporate law nature;
- Communicate and coordinate with clients as well as all internal and external parties concerned;
- Maintain proper (legal) records of all actions taken.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Academic background: BA in Law
- Experience: Minimum 5 years experience at the court
- Languages: Arabic, English and French are a must
info@jrsholdings.com
- Draft legal documents such as shareholders resolutions, board resolutions;
- Draft (standard) contracts such as contract of sale, management agreement, domiciliation and administration agreement and side letters;
- Guide acquisitions and reorganizations of client companies/structures regarding legal affairs;
- Support the Managers with answering the day-to-day legal issues and queries;
- Draft, assess and/or revise contracts and/or legal documents;
- Apply / carry out (internal) compliance/risk management rules;
- Coordinate the compliance and intake procedure together with the Team Managers;
- Draft, review and revise of agreements of a civil-and corporate law nature;
- Communicate and coordinate with clients as well as all internal and external parties concerned;
- Maintain proper (legal) records of all actions taken.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Academic background: BA in Law
- Experience: Minimum 5 years experience at the court
- Languages: Arabic, English and French are a must
info@jrsholdings.com
Category:
law
May 24, 2013
Legal Officer - Azadea - Lebanon
The Legal Officer is responsible for providing legal support to Azadea's daily operations.
Key Accountabilities
- Document and follow up on various cases and take charge of labor court cases arguing before the rent committee and consumer protection agencies
- Review various types of leases related to the business ensuring all necessary issues are covered
- Provide the Country Manager/Group Legal Counsel with regular feedback on issues related to the country's laws
- Ensure the companies' incorporation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Law
- 3/4 years of experience in a regional/international company or reputable Law firm, with emphasis on commercial and corporate Law
- Experience in Local Law is a plus
- Fluency in English
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to details
- Commercial Understanding
- Change and Adaptability
- Cultural Awareness
- Initiative
- Customer Focus
hr.lb@azadea.com
Key Accountabilities
- Document and follow up on various cases and take charge of labor court cases arguing before the rent committee and consumer protection agencies
- Review various types of leases related to the business ensuring all necessary issues are covered
- Provide the Country Manager/Group Legal Counsel with regular feedback on issues related to the country's laws
- Ensure the companies' incorporation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Law
- 3/4 years of experience in a regional/international company or reputable Law firm, with emphasis on commercial and corporate Law
- Experience in Local Law is a plus
- Fluency in English
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to details
- Commercial Understanding
- Change and Adaptability
- Cultural Awareness
- Initiative
- Customer Focus
hr.lb@azadea.com
March 8, 2013
Lawyers, Paralegal, Secretaries - SMAS Intellectual Property - Lebanon
Looking to add a new Lawyer, paralegal and Secretaries to our offices in Oman and Lebanon. The firm has experienced significant growth and is looking to add Lawyer and Legal Secretaries to support their newly established practices in the said offices. You will be expected to complete an exciting mixture of work for the firm.
- Take instructions and queries from Partners, Associates and Senior Paralegals.
- Arrange overlook diary management and day-to-day tasks.
- Provide legal assistance to the team and manage communicate with the firms office.
- Ability to deal, communicate and interact with clients.
- Meet deadlines and work effectively and efficiently under pressure
lebanon@smas-ip.com
- Take instructions and queries from Partners, Associates and Senior Paralegals.
- Arrange overlook diary management and day-to-day tasks.
- Provide legal assistance to the team and manage communicate with the firms office.
- Ability to deal, communicate and interact with clients.
- Meet deadlines and work effectively and efficiently under pressure
lebanon@smas-ip.com
June 20, 2012
Junior Researcher - SADER Publishers - Lebanon
SADER Publishers is now recruiting a Junior Researcher.
Responsibilities
- Process all research requests received from the Chief Editor;
- Research requests involves the research of Laws, Legislation, Articles, Books either in hard copy or on the internet;
- Communicate the Research Results to the Chief Editor to be used in the Annotated Code;
- Send weekly reports on the status of research requests to the Chief Editor
- Assist on the Bibliography of the Annotated Code
- Compile all Terms and Glossary for the Annotated Code
- Monitor any new legal developments pertaining to the specific subject of the Annotated Code;
- Act as a main coordinator with the different departments within SADER on Annotated Code Issues;
- Follow up on the status of translation requests;
- Regularly meet with the Chief Editor regarding issues pertaining to the Annotated Code;
- Implement the recommended actions from the Chief Editor.
Qualifications
- Background in Law, Political Science or History
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills
- Organized, quick learner and dedicated to quality work
- Research Background is a plus
- Possess English and Arabic Languages
- ICT Literate
cv@saderpublishers.com
Responsibilities
- Process all research requests received from the Chief Editor;
- Research requests involves the research of Laws, Legislation, Articles, Books either in hard copy or on the internet;
- Communicate the Research Results to the Chief Editor to be used in the Annotated Code;
- Send weekly reports on the status of research requests to the Chief Editor
- Assist on the Bibliography of the Annotated Code
- Compile all Terms and Glossary for the Annotated Code
- Monitor any new legal developments pertaining to the specific subject of the Annotated Code;
- Act as a main coordinator with the different departments within SADER on Annotated Code Issues;
- Follow up on the status of translation requests;
- Regularly meet with the Chief Editor regarding issues pertaining to the Annotated Code;
- Implement the recommended actions from the Chief Editor.
Qualifications
- Background in Law, Political Science or History
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills
- Organized, quick learner and dedicated to quality work
- Research Background is a plus
- Possess English and Arabic Languages
- ICT Literate
cv@saderpublishers.com
Category:
history,
law,
political science,
research
December 20, 2011
Legal Affairs Intern - ESCWA - Lebanon
Responsibilities of the internship position encompass all aspects of OSLA's work- These responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Conducting legal research on issues relating to international public administrative law and other areas required for legal representation of OSLA's clients.
- Assistance in client and file management including conducting client interviews, planning litigation strategy under the supervision of OSLA legal officers.
- Assistance in drafting legal documents and submissions to the UN Dispute and Appeals Tribunals.
- Attending and taking notes at interviews, conferences and hearings.
- Working on presentations and/or other information for client outreach and promotion of rule of law in the UN system.
Competencies
Communication:
- Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
- Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
- Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
- Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
- Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
Teamwork:
- Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
- Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
- Places team agenda before personal agenda
- Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
- Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings
Planning & Organizing:
- Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies
- Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required
- Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work
- Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning
- Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary
- Uses time efficiently
Education
Applicants must be enrolled in graduate studies in law- For the purposes of this requirement, students currently pursuing LL.M., D.E.A., LL.D., PhD and Bar school internships are enrolled in graduate studies in law.
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the internship programme- However, applicants are encouraged to list all relevant work experience in their UN professional history profile (PHP).
Languages
Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage but is not a requirement.
Assessment Method
In addition to the assessment conducted by the university or the institution where the applicant currently pursues his or her studies, the applicant will be interviewed directly by the Office of Staff Legal Assistance- The applicant may be required to provide written samples of his or her academic or professional work, such as research papers, articles or written submissions.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs- (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8)- The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
employment-escwa@un.org
- Conducting legal research on issues relating to international public administrative law and other areas required for legal representation of OSLA's clients.
- Assistance in client and file management including conducting client interviews, planning litigation strategy under the supervision of OSLA legal officers.
- Assistance in drafting legal documents and submissions to the UN Dispute and Appeals Tribunals.
- Attending and taking notes at interviews, conferences and hearings.
- Working on presentations and/or other information for client outreach and promotion of rule of law in the UN system.
Competencies
Communication:
- Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
- Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
- Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
- Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
- Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
Teamwork:
- Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
- Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
- Places team agenda before personal agenda
- Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
- Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings
Planning & Organizing:
- Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies
- Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required
- Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work
- Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning
- Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary
- Uses time efficiently
Education
Applicants must be enrolled in graduate studies in law- For the purposes of this requirement, students currently pursuing LL.M., D.E.A., LL.D., PhD and Bar school internships are enrolled in graduate studies in law.
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the internship programme- However, applicants are encouraged to list all relevant work experience in their UN professional history profile (PHP).
Languages
Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; proficiency in Arabic is an advantage but is not a requirement.
Assessment Method
In addition to the assessment conducted by the university or the institution where the applicant currently pursues his or her studies, the applicant will be interviewed directly by the Office of Staff Legal Assistance- The applicant may be required to provide written samples of his or her academic or professional work, such as research papers, articles or written submissions.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs- (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8)- The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
employment-escwa@un.org
Category:
internship,
law,
legal,
ngo
November 25, 2011
Legal Secretary - AJA Law Firm - Lebanon
Description
- Monday to Friday from 2:00pm to 8:00pm + Rotating basis on Saturday from 9:00am to 1:00PM
- Assisting the Chairman and General Manager with day to day work;
- Answering calls: Redirecting inquiries to officers, providing information to callers, taking clear and detailed messages for officer;
- Assisting the Operation Department in preparing memos and correspondences;
- Preparing letters for bank transfers;
- Arranging business trips for management, i.e. Visa, hotel reservation, flight booking;
- Handling and following up the invoices (legal fees) sent to clients;
- Opening files for new employees and clients;
- General Administrative duties i.e. photocopying, faxing, filing … ;
- Sorting of outgoing and incoming mails for collection/delivery;
- Very good knowledge of: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Internet surfing, E-mailing;
- Typing: Arabic, English and French.
n.elia@ajalawfirm.com
- Monday to Friday from 2:00pm to 8:00pm + Rotating basis on Saturday from 9:00am to 1:00PM
- Assisting the Chairman and General Manager with day to day work;
- Answering calls: Redirecting inquiries to officers, providing information to callers, taking clear and detailed messages for officer;
- Assisting the Operation Department in preparing memos and correspondences;
- Preparing letters for bank transfers;
- Arranging business trips for management, i.e. Visa, hotel reservation, flight booking;
- Handling and following up the invoices (legal fees) sent to clients;
- Opening files for new employees and clients;
- General Administrative duties i.e. photocopying, faxing, filing … ;
- Sorting of outgoing and incoming mails for collection/delivery;
- Very good knowledge of: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Internet surfing, E-mailing;
- Typing: Arabic, English and French.
n.elia@ajalawfirm.com
September 8, 2011
Teachers - YWCA Technical College - Lebanon
- Law and Economics Teacher
- Secretarial Courses Teacher
Send CV to ywcatc@hotmail.com
- Secretarial Courses Teacher
Send CV to ywcatc@hotmail.com
Category:
academic,
administrative,
economics,
law,
teaching
June 8, 2011
Legal Counsel, MENA - Google - Dubai
Google Legal is a close-knit team of lawyers and legal professionals who operate on a truly global stage. We take pride in working for a company with a clear mission (“to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful”) and a real soul (“don’t be evil”). Google’s innovative services raise challenging legal questions that demand creative and practical answers. We work at the crossroads of new technologies and existing laws to provide those answers, helping Google build innovative and important products for our users around the world. If this sounds like your kind of place, it probably is.
You’ll play a vital role in our growing team by advising the company on a variety of legal issues throughout the Middle East and North Africa. You’re a fully qualified lawyer in the US/UK and preferably you are also a fully qualified lawyer in an additional country in the MENA region. You will be required to explain complex local legal issues to business, product and engineering colleagues and shape a pragmatic and efficient legal strategy for all of their projects. Additionally, you’ll collaborate with Google Legal teams throughout Europe and the US, to provide legal advice and coordinate legal disputes with internal and external stakeholders. You’re hardworking, patient and an outstanding communicator; able to produce high- quality work in a flexible, fast-paced environment. A deep understanding of Google’s business and the ability to think quickly and practically are essential attributes for this job.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the entire spectrum of legal work in the MENA region.
- Advise the regional business, product and engineering teams. Consult with other members of Google Legal on any number of challenging legal issues, whether commercial or contentious.
- Draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements (including content licensing, advertising, online application licensing, mobile distribution and syndication agreements).
- Prevent and resolve legal disputes.
- Represent Google before legal and regulatory stakeholders.
Requirements
- BA/BSc/LLB degree preferred with a strong academic record.
- Qualified lawyer. Dual qualification in the US/UK and in another country in the MENA region preferred.
- Strong business judgment and ability to build relationships cross-functionally and across multiple geographies.
- Fluent written and spoken Arabic and English required
- Hard working, organized and able to manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure.
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. Good business judgment.
- Flexibility (including some travel), willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters, and a sense of humor!
Apply Online
You’ll play a vital role in our growing team by advising the company on a variety of legal issues throughout the Middle East and North Africa. You’re a fully qualified lawyer in the US/UK and preferably you are also a fully qualified lawyer in an additional country in the MENA region. You will be required to explain complex local legal issues to business, product and engineering colleagues and shape a pragmatic and efficient legal strategy for all of their projects. Additionally, you’ll collaborate with Google Legal teams throughout Europe and the US, to provide legal advice and coordinate legal disputes with internal and external stakeholders. You’re hardworking, patient and an outstanding communicator; able to produce high- quality work in a flexible, fast-paced environment. A deep understanding of Google’s business and the ability to think quickly and practically are essential attributes for this job.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the entire spectrum of legal work in the MENA region.
- Advise the regional business, product and engineering teams. Consult with other members of Google Legal on any number of challenging legal issues, whether commercial or contentious.
- Draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements (including content licensing, advertising, online application licensing, mobile distribution and syndication agreements).
- Prevent and resolve legal disputes.
- Represent Google before legal and regulatory stakeholders.
Requirements
- BA/BSc/LLB degree preferred with a strong academic record.
- Qualified lawyer. Dual qualification in the US/UK and in another country in the MENA region preferred.
- Strong business judgment and ability to build relationships cross-functionally and across multiple geographies.
- Fluent written and spoken Arabic and English required
- Hard working, organized and able to manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure.
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. Good business judgment.
- Flexibility (including some travel), willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters, and a sense of humor!
Apply Online
April 26, 2011
Trainee Lawyer - Manssouri Law Firm - Lebanon
Trainee lawyer, preferably a female, for a well known law firm.
- Experience in the law field
- English is a must (a good deal of work on international contracts )
- Friendly office environment
For more info, contact administration@manssouri-law.com
- Experience in the law field
- English is a must (a good deal of work on international contracts )
- Friendly office environment
For more info, contact administration@manssouri-law.com
Category:
internship,
law
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