Remote Lawyer - Forest Governance & IPLC Rights

Social Impact Guide; Manila; Remote; PHP 1,600,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ClientEarth in the Philippines is seeking a qualified lawyer to contribute to its FOLU programme in Japan and Southeast Asia. The role focuses on forest governance, IPLCs rights, and biodiversity protection, with emphasis on community-based natural resources management and watershed governance.

Remote-friendly framework with in-country engagement in Manila. The role involves policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and capacity-building to reduce deforestation and strengthen governance across

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer licensed in the Philippines.
• Experience in forest governance and IPLC rights.
• Knowledge of watershed management issues.
• Experience developing legal research and policy analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis on forest governance, IPLC rights, biodiversity protection and watershed issues.
• Develop strategy with the line manager to support implementation of ClientEarth's priorities in the Philippines.
• Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, CSOs, and donors.

Skills

Fluent Filipino

Fluent English

Education

Philippines law degree

Job description

ClientEarth in the Philippines is seeking a qualified lawyer to contribute to its FOLU programme in Japan and Southeast Asia. The role focuses on forest governance, IPLCs rights, and biodiversity protection, with emphasis on community-based natural resources management and watershed governance.

Remote-friendly framework with in-country engagement in Manila. The role involves policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and capacity-building to reduce deforestation and strengthen governance across