Position: Legal Advisor -iMMAP Inc (Deadline July 2024)
Position: Legal Advisor -iMMAP Inc (Deadline July 2024)
Position Title: Legal Advisor (National Position in Ukraine)
Organization Overview
iMMAP Inc. is an international non-governmental organization that provides information management services to humanitarian and development organizations. Through our expertise in information management, we assist our partners in targeting aid to the world’s most vulnerable populations. Our core philosophy is that better data leads to better decisions, and better decisions lead to better outcomes. iMMAP Inc.’s critical support to information value chains helps solve operational and strategic challenges for our partners in both emergency and development contexts, enabling evidence-based decision-making for better outcomes.
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Country: Ukraine
Duty Station: Home-based – Ukraine
Type: Part-Time
Status: National Employee
Organization: iMMAP Inc.
Opening Date: 04 July 2024
Closing Date: 31 July 2024
Languages: Ukrainian, English
Position Overview
The Legal Advisor will provide expert guidance and support in the areas of migration services, labor law, and taxes to ensure compliance and effective legal management. This role is critical for ensuring that iMMAP Inc. operates within the legal frameworks of Ukraine, particularly under the conditions imposed by the current martial law.
Description of Duties
Scope of Work
Migration Services:
- Advise on immigration laws, regulations, and procedures applicable to employees, including work permits, visas, and residency requirements.
- Review and draft immigration-related documentation, such as employment contracts with foreign nationals, sponsorship agreements, and immigration compliance policies.
Labor Law:
- Interpret and apply labor laws and regulations to ensure compliance in all aspects of employment, including hiring, termination, discrimination, and workplace safety.
- Provide legal advice on employment contracts, employee benefits, workplace policies, and dispute resolution.
Taxes:
- Offer guidance on tax implications related to employment, including income tax, social security contributions, and other relevant taxes.
- Assist in tax planning strategies, compliance with tax obligations, and representation in tax disputes when necessary.
Martial Law:
- Provide legal support for exempting employees from conscription.
- Assess risks associated with martial law and advise on mitigation strategies.
Internal Legal Documentation:
- Participate in the development and maintenance of internal legal documentation: procedures, regulations, orders, instructions, and other internal acts of the organization.
You may also be eligible for:
External Legal Documentation:
- Develop and support (including negotiations) external legal documentation: contracts, MOUs, protocols of disagreements, claims, requests, and other similar documentation.
Registration and Compliance:
- Provide legal support for any registration actions in the competent authorities of Ukraine.
- Prepare and submit procedural documents.
Team Support:
- Provide proactive support to team members working on various legal assignments.
Deliverables
- Provide timely and accurate legal opinions, memos, and reports on migration, labor, and tax matters as required.
- Review and draft legal documents, agreements, and policies related to the specified areas of expertise.
- Conduct legal research to stay updated on regulatory changes and precedents affecting migration services, labor law, and taxes.
Collaboration
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including HR, finance, and management teams, to address legal issues and provide proactive legal support.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities as necessary to represent the organization’s interests effectively.
Confidentiality
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all privileged and sensitive information acquired during the course of duty.
Duration and Review
- The initial term of engagement will be 12 months, subject to renewal based on performance and organizational needs.
- Performance will be evaluated through periodic reviews and feedback sessions.
Requirements
- Possess a degree in Law and be licensed to practice law in Ukraine.
- Proven expertise and a minimum of 10 years of experience in providing legal advice in migration services, labor law, and tax matters.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate complex legal issues effectively.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their CV and a cover letter to [insert application email or link] by the closing date of 31 July 2024.
By submitting an application, candidates confirm their understanding of the recruitment procedures and the importance of confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
Note: iMMAP Inc. will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates. Ensure the authenticity of the communications you receive from us.
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