ICLA OFFICER

Position Summary

The ICLA Officer will be responsible for implementing activities related to Information,
Counselling, and Legal Assistance (ICLA) to displacement-affected individuals, including
IDPs, refugees, returnees, and vulnerable host communities.
The Officer will support beneficiaries to access and exercise their rights related to:
• Legal Identity Documentation (LID)
• Housing, Land and Property (HLP) rights
• Employment and Labour Rights (ELP)
The role will also support advocacy, capacity building, case management, and coordination
with relevant authorities and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
1. Legal Identity (LID) Support
• Provide information sessions on procedures related to national ID cards, birth
certificates, marriage certificates, guardianship, and other civil documentation.
• Conduct individual counselling sessions for beneficiaries seeking legal identity
documents.
• Provide legal assistance, including support in accessing administrative procedures and
court representation where necessary.
• Support beneficiaries with documentation fees through approved financial assistance
mechanisms (cash/voucher support where applicable).
• Maintain accurate case files and documentation records.

2. Housing, Land and Property (HLP) Support
• Provide information and awareness sessions on HLP rights and available remedies.
• Offer counselling to individuals facing land disputes, property occupation issues,
inheritance disputes, and eviction risks.
• Provide legal assistance including mediation (CDR), administrative follow-up, and court
representation where applicable.
• Coordinate with local authorities, traditional leaders, and relevant institutions to resolve
HLP cases.

3. Employment and Labour Rights (ELP) Support
• Provide information sessions on employment rights and labour law procedures.
• Counsel individuals experiencing employment-related disputes or rights violations.
• Provide legal assistance to resolve employment disputes and facilitate access to
employment-related benefits.
• Support referrals to relevant government labour offices and legal institutions.

4. Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement
• Support advocacy initiatives aimed at improving policies and practices related to legal
identity, HLP, and employment rights.
• Participate in coalitions and legal documentation platforms at divisional or national
level.
• Contribute to briefing notes, legal analysis, and policy recommendations.
• Engage with influencers and decision-makers to strengthen protection outcomes.

5. Capacity Building
• Conduct training sessions for rights-holders, duty-bearers, and public servants on legal
identity, HLP, and ELP.
• Facilitate post-training evaluations and knowledge assessments.
• Support awareness-raising campaigns targeting displacement-affected communities.

6. Case Management and Reporting
• Maintain confidential and well-organized case files.
• Update the project participant database with proper disaggregation (sex, displacement
status, age, etc.).
• Contribute to weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and safeguarding standards.
Required Qualifications
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B), Legal Studies, Human Rights, or related field.
• Membership in the Cameroon Bar Association is an asset but not mandatory.

Experience
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in legal aid, protection, or humanitarian programming.
• Experience working with displaced populations (IDPs, refugees, returnees).
• Proven experience in case management and legal documentation processes.
Required Skills and Competencies
• Strong knowledge of Cameroonian civil, land, and labour laws.
• Experience in mediation and conflict resolution (CDR).
• Strong documentation and case file management skills.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive cases with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Fluency in English (French is an added advantage).
• Strong commitment to humanitarian principles and safeguarding.
• Computer Savvy and good reporting skills.

Safeguarding Commitment
AMEF is committed to safeguarding, child protection, gender equality, and the prevention of
sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA). The selected candidate must adhere strictly to AMEF’s
Code of Conduct and ethical standards.
AMEF is an equal opportunity employer. Women and qualified candidates from conflict-affected
communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure
Interested and qualified candidates should submit:
• A cover letter (maximum 1 page)
• Updated CV (maximum 3 pages)
• Copy of Highest and professional certificates
• Contact details of two professional references

Applications should be sent to:
 human_r@ameffoundation.org and CC, atim@ameffoundation.org
Subject Line: Application – ICLA Officer

Deadline: 19/03/2026

However, application will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.