Natural Justice currently works in Africa, Asia and Latin America, with its headquarters in Cape Town and regional offices in Malaysia, India, and USA.

What are we looking for?

• Working closely with co-coordinators in Kenya and South Africa; 
• developing strategies, work plans and reports for activities across Kenya; 
• providing legal advice to indigenous and/or marginalised communities and their supporting local organisations (including supporting the development and use of community protocols); 
• supporting communities and community partners in strategizing and addressing infrastructure or extractive industry projects, community land and resource laws; 
• supervising and supporting staff and legal fellows; 
• conducting research and developing community-friendly legal empowerment materials; 
• providing technical advice to government agencies; 
• further developing partnerships with civil society organisations and networks; and 
• organising and attending relevant meetings and workshops within Kenya, Africa and internationally.

• A LLB, or equivalent degree;
• Demonstrated expertise in human rights, environmental and/or land law;
• Understanding of, and proficiency in the Kenyan legal system and institutional arrangements;
• At least two years of experience working with communities and/or civil society organisations or networks, particularly in Kenya;
• Experience with conducting primary and/or desktop research and preparing clear and analytical reports;
• Experience or keen interest in some aspect of international law or policy (for example, multilateral environmental agreements, human rights, or grievance mechanisms);
• Proven track record with financial management and fundraising;
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including through online platforms;
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili

• Professionalism, strong work ethic, and personal initiative (“a self-starter”);
• Familiarity with interdisciplinary and/or participatory approaches and tools;
• Keen interest in and commitment to advancing the rights of minority/indigenous communities, particularly in relation to their territories, areas and natural resources;
• At least two years of experience in project management;
• Ability to work both in teams and independently, with little supervision;
• Ability to engage with a range of stakeholders; and
• Willingness to travel on a regular basis, and work with local organisations and communities in remote areas