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LAWYERS COLLECTIVE HIV/AIDS Unit – committed to protect and promote the rights of people affected by HIV/AIDS, through law reform, legal aid and allied services of advocacy, training and research. Moreover, on the rights based approach on human rights. The activities aim not only to protect the rights of those affected by HIV/AIDS but also those most vulnerable to HIV/AIDS including sex workers, injecting drug users, gay and transgender communities due to the non-recognisation of their rights. The activities include provision of legal services, advocacy and policy research.
LAWYERS Collective HIV/AIDS Unit - is seeking personnel for the following post in their Offices.

Criteria required for LEGAL OFFICER:
Law graduate, in-depth knowledge of legal, medical, ethical and social issues arising out of the HIV/ AIDS epidemic in India . Sensitivity to the broad range of issues arising out of the HIV/AIDS epidemic- 2 years work experience in legal practice in the courts on public interest issues / HIV/AIDS. Experience should indicate competency in project management and the NGO sector in India - Computer literacy essential – Fluency in English and any local language is a must.

Criteria required for ADVOCACY OFFICER:
An LL.B degree,– Knowledge & sensitivity to broad range of issues arising out of the HIV/ AIDS epidemic in India with particular emphasis on the legal & ethical issues. Good communication & facilitation skills – Experience of working with NGOs on public interest issues – Willing to do field work with affected communities – Comprehensive computer literacy essential. Fluency & communication skills in English and any local language is a must.
Applicants are required to send their CV with at least 2 references by 20 August 2008 to the following Email:- aidslaw@lawyerscollective.org
Only short listed applicants will be notified.
At Lawyers Collective we are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equity and strongly welcome applications from women and under represented groups.