Volunteer Legal Advisor (voluntary position) IAD | International Association for Democracy (IAD) - #1775230

IAD is looking for a Legal Advisor (voluntary position), to provide legal advice to IAD’s senior management and to the organisation as well as oversee legal processes. This role is expected to take 3-5 hours per week.

What difference will you make?

The International Association for Democracy (IAD) is an NGO that works to defend and advance democracy around the globe. We link people with their governments and lobby governments to promote, strengthen and safeguard democratic institutions, processes, norms and values at home and abroad. We also work towards raising public awareness about the current state of democracy around the world and what should be done to better defend and promote democracy.

What are we looking for?

Skills and Qualifications Passion for promoting democracy, rule of law and human rights as well as IAD’s mission Knowledge of law and legal issues in Scotland/UK Good planning and organisational skills and a proven ability to delicately solve sensitive matters Ability to adjust quickly to change Basic understanding of Google Workspace and collaboration tools on Google Docs Track record of providing accurate and effective legal counsel Previous experience of providing legal advice to a charity Knowledge of the legal context in the EU

What will you be doing?

Objectives of this Role Provide legal opinion and research as required Continuously monitor compliance with legal obligation and advise management accordingly Identify legal risks and ensure that where legal risks have been identified, appropriate courses of action have been taken Review and draft contracts and agreements Assess periodically the organisation’s need for particular legal skills in-house Ensure consistent procedures and communication processes are in place to establish goals, clarify responsibilities, engage team members of the Legal team, utilise their strengths, share feedback and adjust plans