LGA Legal Focal Person at Society for Women Development & Empowerment of Nigeria (SWODEN)

Society for Women Development & Empowerment of Nigeria (SWODEN) is a non-discriminatory and not-for-profit Non-governmental organization. The organization was established in 1995 and registered with Corporate Affairs Commission to address current challenges faced by women and youth in accessing basic information and services at the community level that affects their development and also participation in policy development at both micro and macro level. Activities are drawn from their felt needs through grassroots participation and mobilization and use of community structures to ensure sustainability.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: LGA Legal Focal Person

Location: Kurfi or Mashi LGAs, Katsina
Job type: Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and aid to survivors of sexual violence.
• Support survivors in filing reports, obtaining protection orders, and navigating judicial procedures.
• Liaise with local law enforcement and judiciary to ensure proper case handling in line with Nigerian law and international human rights standards.
• Facilitate legal representation in partnership with pro bono lawyers or legal aid organizations.
• Serve as the legal liaison between the project team and local legal institutions (police, courts, Ministry of Justice).
• Work with GBV actors, health services, and case managers to ensure coordinated service delivery.
• Advocate for the enforcement of legal protections for survivors and hold duty-bearers accountable.
• Support awareness campaigns and community sensitization on the rights of women and girls under Nigerian and international law.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B) and Call to the Nigerian Bar (BL).
• Minimum 3 years of legal practice, preferably in GBV, human rights, or legal aid.
• Experience working with survivors of sexual violence or vulnerable populations in humanitarian/conflict contexts.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian legal frameworks on GBV and international human rights law.
• Fluency in English and Hausa (spoken and written); knowledge of Fulfulde is an advantage.
• Strong facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Cultural sensitivity and familiarity with Islamic legal systems (Sharia) as practiced in northern Nigeria.

Other Requirements:

• Nigerian citizenship or valid work permit.
• Strong commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confiden ality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Team player with excellent communication and management skills.

Application Closing Date
30th June, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV) to: info@swoden.org and copy swodenkatsina16@gmail.com using the Job Title - SWODEN Contract Recruitment 2025 as the subject of the email (E.g., "LGA Legal Focal Person – SWODEN Contract Recruitment 2025").
Or
Send hard copies of their Applications to:
SWODEN Office,
Plot 112, Opposite Access Bank Tashan Mangwaro,
Kofar Kaura,
Katsina State.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.