Assistant Legal and Programmes Officer

About the role

Child Rights African Network (CRAN) is looking for a detail‑oriented Assistant Legal and Programmes Officer to support its child‑rights, access‑to‑justice and advocacy initiatives in East Africa. You will work closely with the Legal and Policy Advisor, East Africa, providing legal research, programme coordination and stakeholder engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Support planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of child‑rights and advocacy programmes.
• Conduct legal research and policy analysis, preparing opinions, briefs, memoranda and reports.
• Assist in developing partnerships with donors, civil society, government bodies and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate conferences, workshops and advocacy events, drafting concept notes, policy briefs and communication materials.
• Conduct child‑friendly client intake interviews and maintain accurate case documentation.
• Prepare referrals for pro‑bono advocates and legal‑aid providers, and update case progress in the CRAN Management System.
• Represent CRAN at stakeholder meetings, legal forums and community engagements, preparing activity reports.
• Monitor emerging child‑rights trends and legal developments, advising on advocacy or policy responses.
• Support donor proposal development, project reporting and advocacy publications.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB); admission to the bar is an advantage.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience, preferably in a non‑profit or civil‑society setting.
• Strong legal research, writing and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
• Understanding of Kenyan child‑protection frameworks and international conventions.
• High integrity, confidentiality and commitment to child safeguarding.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with case management systems (preferred).