THE FOUNDATION FOR ACCESS TO RIGHTS – FAR IS LOOKING TO ADD TO ITS TEAM A LAWYER PRACTICING IN THE CITY OF PLOVDIV

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FAR is seeking a lawyer in Plovdiv:
Apply and become part of a leading human rights NGO with extensive experience in defending human rights, refugee, and migrant rights.

Send to office@farbg.eu:

  • CV
  • Motivation letter (up to 700 words)
  • Contact information for two references

Application deadline: May 27, 2025

Candidate Requirements:

  • Licensed attorney with at least two years of legal experience
  • Proficiency in English is mandatory; knowledge of Russian is an advantage
  • Geographical area of work: Plovdiv
  • Respect for human rights, professional boundaries, and ethics
  • Readiness to work in a multicultural environment
  • Teamwork and coordination skills, with the ability to support other team members
  • Responsibility and ability to meet deadlines
  • Excellent proficiency in office software (e.g., Microsoft Office), online communication platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.), and social media
  • Experience working with vulnerable individuals is an advantage
  • Experience in refugee and immigration law and/or academic specialization in this area is a strong advantage

Responsibilities:

  • Providing legal consultations to individuals with refugee/humanitarian status, temporary protection (including detained persons), and stateless individuals regarding socio-economic inclusion (access to work, education, healthcare, housing, social assistance, family benefits), and naturalization
  • Holding legal consultation hours twice a week for three hours each on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the "Compass" Community Center in Plovdiv (exact hours to be determined with the lawyer)
  • Preparing and submitting documents on behalf of beneficiaries to various state bodies and institutions
  • Drafting complaints and motions to the competent courts
  • Conducting informational sessions related to the socio-economic inclusion of refugees and access to the labor market
  • Working and coordinating closely with the team leader and other FAR team members

What We Offer:

  • Flexible working hours, averaging 4 hours a day
  • Base monthly gross remuneration of 1,617 BGN, with the possibility of additional tasks and corresponding compensation
  • The opportunity to work with a team of committed and experienced professionals in the field of human rights, refugee, and immigration law
  • The chance to contribute to improving the rights and lives of vulnerable individuals
  • A friendly working environment within a team that values ethics, empathy, and mutual support
  • Opportunities for gaining new knowledge and professional development

Working conditions – civil contract with engagement equivalent to part-time work with flexible hours
Place of work: Plovdiv
Start date: As soon as possible
Application deadline: May 27, 2025

Please send a short motivation letter (up to 700 words), a CV, and contact information for 2 referees to office@farbg.eu, indicating the position you are applying for.
We will contact the most suitable candidates by email to complete the selection process.