Protection Legal Officer — Erbil Sub-Delegation
Position Overview
Job Description
Protection Legal Officer — ICRC, Erbil
The ICRC Erbil sub-delegation is seeking a Protection Legal Officer to support detention monitoring, civilian protection, and restoring family links activities in the Kurdistan Region and disputed territories of northern Iraq.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct detention visits and monitor conditions of detention in Kurdistan Region facilities
- Engage with Kurdish security forces (Asayish) and Peshmerga on protection matters
- Support the restoring family links (RFL) program for displaced populations
- Provide legal analysis on detention-related legislation in Kurdistan Region
- Draft protection reports, recommendations, and briefing notes
- Coordinate with other humanitarian organizations on protection issues in northern Iraq
Requirements
- Law degree with focus on international humanitarian law, human rights, or criminal justice
- 2-5 years of experience in protection, human rights monitoring, or detention oversight
- Understanding of the Kurdistan Region legal and security framework
- Fluency in English and Kurdish (Sorani); Arabic is an asset
- Experience in humanitarian settings preferred
- Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity
Perks & Benefits
About This Role
ICRC Iraq Delegation is seeking a Protection Legal Officer — Erbil Sub-Delegation to join their International Human Rights team at the Mid level. This is a Full time, Onsite position based in Erbil, Iraq.
Interested candidates are encouraged to review the full job description above and apply through LegalAlphabet to be considered for this opportunity.
Compensation
IQD4,500,000 - IQD7,500,000/year
Practice Area
International Human Rights
Position
Mid
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: ICRC Iraq Delegation Hiring Team
Application Deadline
June 18, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
