Legal Expert

NTU International A / S; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading international consultancy in Madrid is seeking a qualified Legal Expert for an EU funded project aimed at enhancing democratic processes in third countries. The role requires extensive experience in electoral systems and law, with a strong emphasis on promoting good governance and preventing electoral fraud. Interested candidates should apply with their CV, as only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Formación

• 10+ years of general experience in elections or electoral assistance.
• 5+ years specific experience in election observation or administration.
• Familiarity with national election frameworks.

Responsabilidades

• Strengthen democratisation and good governance.
• Contribute to reducing electoral fraud and manipulation.
• Improve public confidence in electoral processes.

Conocimientos

Legal knowledge

Political science expertise

International relations

Educación

Master's in law / political science / international relations

Descripción del empleo

Overview

NTU International A / S is leading a consortium for the proposal preparation of the EU funded project called : EOM 2026 and is currently seeking qualified professionals to join the project team.

Objective

The overall objective of this assignment is to :

• strengthen democratisation, good governance and conflict prevention;
• contribute to reducing inter alia the possibility of fraud, manipulation, intimidation which could undermine the electoral processes;
• improve the legal framework and conduct of future elections, as well as public confidence in the institutions;
• inform the European institutions on the conduct of elections in selected third countries.

Duration

The intended start date is 1 January 2026 and the period of implementation of the contract will be 48 months from this date.

Key Expert

Key Expert : Legal Expert (Host Country)

Qualifications and Skills

• Master\'s in law / political science / international relations or 5+ years experience in lieu.

General experience

• Cat. I : 10+ years
• Cat. II : 5+ years in :

Elections / electoral assistance

Human rights, democratisation

Rule of law / civil society

Specific experience

• Election observation / assessment.
• Electoral systems / administration / standards.
• Familiarity with national election frameworks.
• Understanding of election management bodies.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply and upload your CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the large number of applicants.