Legal Consultant

Summary

Join IREX, an independent nonprofit, as a Legal Consultant to conduct a short-term legislative analysis on Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) in Kenya. This part-time, remote position, spanning December 2024-January 2025, involves reviewing Kenyan laws, policies, and frameworks related to TFGBV and digital engagement. You will analyze alignment with regional and international standards, document enforcement mechanisms, and identify gaps and challenges. The role requires a strong legal background, research experience, and excellent writing skills. Deliverables include a research plan, a draft report, and a finalized report with recommendations. The position is open until filled.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in law, public policy, gender or women’s studies, international development, social science, or another relevant field, advanced degree preferred
• Proven track record of conducting legal analyses and legislative reviews, especially on gender-based violence or digital rights in Kenya
• Ability to analyze and synthesize complex legal documents and policies
• Experience upholding high ethical standards in research
• At least three (3) years’ experience conducting research
• Excellent written and oral command of English
• Physically based in Kenya

Responsibilities

• Conduct a desk review of Kenyan laws, policies, and regulations addressing TFGBV and digital engagement, including but not limited to the Sexual Offenses Act and Data Protection Act
• Analyze the alignment of Kenyan legislation with regional and international frameworks addressing TFGBV
• Document enforcement mechanisms, regulatory structures, and judicial practices relevant to TFGBV in Kenya
• Identify gaps, challenges and recommendations in the legislative and regulatory environment, including implementation and enforcement barriers
• Draft a detailed report documenting the findings (mapping of relevant legislation and regulations and analysis thereof)

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree

Benefits

Remote work