Lawyer, Forest Governance
Posted 1 month ago
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About the Role
This international legal non-profit focuses on planetary protection through research, policy guidance, and litigation. Employing over 300 individuals across more than 35 nations, the organization pursues government and corporate accountability to strengthen environmental safeguards. This position centers on forest governance in the Philippines, supporting biodiversity, watershed health, and the rights of Indigenous and local groups. As part of the Food, Ocean, and Land Use division for Southeast Asia and Japan, you will collaborate with leadership to refine strategic objectives by providing localized risk analysis and intelligence. You will also build partnerships with regulators, industry members, and civil society to advance community-managed natural resources and social forestry, thereby protecting ecosystems and sustainable livelihoods.
Requirements
- You must hold a valid legal qualification to practice in the Philippines.
- You are required to demonstrate C2-level proficiency in both English and Filipino according to the CEFR framework.
- You should possess extensive knowledge of environmental law, watershed management, the rights of local communities and Indigenous Peoples, and forest governance.
- You must have a proven background in conducting legal research and analyzing natural resource and forest management laws.
- You need to show a clear understanding of the regulatory environment, policymaking networks, and traditional knowledge systems within the Philippines.
- You must possess a legal authorization to work in the country.
Responsibilities
- You will perform detailed legal and policy analysis regarding biodiversity preservation, Indigenous rights, and forest management.
- You will help design and carry out national strategies that correspond with the organization’s broader regional and international targets.
- You will actively communicate with public institutions, non-profit organizations, and funding bodies to improve forest governance and community-led resource management.
- You will advocate for policy reform at the regional level by representing the organization in dealings with ASEAN.
- You will assist the Food, Ocean, and Land Use program by offering specialized legal expertise, managing stakeholder relationships, and conducting capacity-building initiatives that empower local populations to participate in environmental protection.
Benefits & Perks
- You will join a Flexa-accredited workplace that promotes flexible employment options.
- You will benefit from a corporate culture that prioritizes equity and inclusion through an active, ongoing development process.
- You will have access to a variety of internal tools, including detailed benefits documentation, common inquiries, and professional career development resources.
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