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Legal Officer (Dispute Tribunal)
United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)HQ Amman
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Legal Jobs in International Development
Browse international development jobs in the Legal sector. Roles are posted daily from UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, ReliefWeb, and 200+ other sources.
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LEGAL OFFICER
Syria International, Impartial and Independent MechanismGENEVA
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LEGAL OFFICER
Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance Office of Human ResourcesNAIROBI
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LEGAL OFFICER (TJO)
Syria International, Impartial and Independent MechanismGENEVA
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FAQs — Legal jobs in international development
What qualifications do I need for Legal jobs in international development?
Most Legal positions require a relevant master's degree, 3–7 years of field experience, and strong written English. French or Spanish is often required for francophone Africa or Latin America programmes. Specialised certifications (e.g., WASH engineering, epidemiology) strengthen applications.
Which organisations hire Legal specialists?
Key employers for Legal roles include UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, WFP, FAO, the World Bank, bilateral donors (USAID, FCDO, GIZ), and international NGOs listed on ReliefWeb. Dev Procure aggregates all their vacancies in one place.
Are Legal jobs mostly field-based or HQ-based?
It depends on career stage. Entry to mid-level Legal roles tend to be field-based in developing countries; senior advisory, policy, and research positions are more commonly based in Geneva, New York, Washington D.C., or London.