The fellows will be introduced to a broad spectrum of issues within environmental and human rights law and provided hands on experience and training in research, legal empowerment, data collection and analysis, public interest litigation, analysis on laws and regulations, and advocacy.
We are specifically looking for individuals who can, among other tasks, undertake the following:
- Assist with research and the conceptualization of climate change, land and environmental justice litigation.
- Assist with the preparation of briefs, pleadings, and submissions on climate change, land and environmental justice litigation.
- Assist with the provision of technical support to communities and community partners on a broad range of environmental justice matters.
- Provide support for the team in curating subject-matter knowledge on the jurisprudence of the National Environment Tribunal and Environment and Land Court in environmental cases
About Natural Justice
Natural Justice is an organisation rooted in the struggles of communities in Africa. As a team of pioneering lawyers and legal experts, we specialise in human rights and environmental law in pursuit of social and environmental justice.
Natural Justice strives to enhance the collective rights of people and protect the sacred relationships that indigenous peoples and local communities have with nature. Our work is informed by the values, knowledge and self-determination of the communities whom we stand in solidarity with.
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Environmental Justice Legal Fellowship Programme
Aim and Benefits of Environmental Justice Legal Fellowship Programme
A modest salary will be offered.
Requirements for Environmental Justice Legal Fellowship Programme Qualification
- A Bachelor of Laws degree
- Fluency in English for the locations in South Africa and Kenya, and Fluency in French for the location in Senegal
- Ability to engage in research, draft reports and legal documents
- Excellent writing skills with the ability to critically analyze relevant environmental laws and policy issues
- A passion for learning and a commitment to environmental justice
- Ability to work productively and to deadlines
- Reliability and attention to detail
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member
- A willingness to travel on a regular basis on short notice and sometimes for extended periods
- An awareness of and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations
- Committed to continuous learning and to self-development with a focus on professionally promoting organizational interests, objectives and values
Interview date, Process and Venue for Environmental Justice Legal Fellowship Programme
The Fellowship will be for a period of around 12 months full-time. Successful applicants will be required to begin immediately.
Documents Required for Application
1) A cover letter that indicates: a) why you believe environmental and climate justice is important in Africa, and b) why you’re interested in the EJ Legal Fellowship c) which location you are applying for;
2) A detailed CV with three references; and
3) One sample of your written work (for example, articles or research reports written by you (not jointly written or edited by other people)
Application Deadline
September 19, 2022
How to Apply
For more details, visit Natural Justice website.
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