Doras Luimní is an independent non-governmental organisation which works to support and promote the rights of all migrants living in Limerick. They provide a range of services, some of which are designed to meet the specific needs of the migrant community and others which are available to the wider Limerick community. Their main areas of work are the provision of direct support, advocacy and campaigning and integration planning.
Applications are invited for the position of Legal Intern. Doras Legal Intern will work in close collaboration with the Doras Legal Officer, providing personal support and advocacy to Doras clients. The successful candidate will assist in the provision of one-to-one legal advice and information on a range of immigration related issues. This role will also advocate on behalf of clients to Government Agencies and other organisations while maintaining an individual caseload and ensure detailed records of all clinic work.
The following qualifications are required for this position:
Candidates should possess the following experience/knowledge:
Terms and Conditions
This position is full-time (35 hours) and a generous expenses allowance will be paid. A detailed job description and application form are available from: Consolata Okonkwo, DorasLuimní, Mount St Vincent, O’Connell Ave, Limerick. Tel: 061 310328.
The Closing Date for return of completed application forms is Thursday 14th February 2013 at 5.00 pm and interviews will take place on 20th February 2013.
Doras Luimní is an equal opportunities employer. They particularly welcome applicants from minority and/or migrant communities