| Posted date | 15th July, 2024 | Last date to apply | 5th August, 2024 |
| Country | Pakistan | Locations | Karachi |
| Category | Research | ||
| Type | Full Time | Position | 1 |
| Status | Closed | ||
Job Location: Karachi
Job Type: Internship
Department / Job Category: Research
Duration: 6-8 weeks (full-time)
About Us:
The Legal Aid Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting vulnerable and disempowered individuals with efficient and effective legal services. One of our key programs is Women’s Rights and Privileges under Muslim Family Laws. An empirical research conducted by LAS under this program showed that 90.3% of nikahnamas in Sindh have clauses 16 to 22 struck out or left blank, curtailing women’s rights and privileges in marriage.
About the Research:
Under the scope of this program, we are currently working on a research piece that highlights women’s narratives about their experiences at the time of their nikah. There may be stories of violations of the terms of the marriage contract and also successes in negotiating the nikahnama. These stories will be used as advocacy components with key stakeholders, to present ground realities.
Responsibilities:
- Translation and transcriptions of 14 in-depth interviews from Sindhi/Urdu to English
Benefits:
- Gain valuable experience working with a reputable organization.
- Market competitive stipend.
- Enhance your understanding of research processes.
EEO Statement
Integrated into our shared values is LAS’s commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of sex, age, race, colour, creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics or conduct protected by law. LAS is committed to being an inclusive organization where all people are treated fairly, recognized for their individuality, promoted based on performance and encouraged to strive to reach their full potential. We believe in understanding and respecting differences among all people. Every individual at LAS has an ongoing responsibility to respect and support a diverse environment.
Protection Against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse:
Legal Aid Society (LAS) is committed to the prevention and protection from all forms of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA). LAS explicitly prohibits its
staff, associates, partners, consultants, or any other representatives associated with the delivery of its work from:
- Engaging in any form of sexual exploitation or abuse;
- Sexual activity with children (persons below the age of (18) irrespective of a mistaken belief of the age of the child which shall not amount to a defense);
- Exchange of money, employment, goods or services for sex, including sexual favors or other forms of humiliating, degrading or exploitative behavior, is prohibited. This includes any exchange of assistance that is due to beneficiaries of assistance;
- Sexual relationships between LAS staff and beneficiaries of assistance, since they are based on inherently unequal power dynamics, undermine the credibility and integrity of the work of LAS and are strongly discouraged.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Currently in the third or fourth year of a HEC recognized University.
- Social science background preferred.
- Knowledge of the local context of gender inequalities
- Proficiency in English, Urdu and Sindhi language
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Sindhi Language is must.
Application Process:
- Interested candidates may apply online latest by 5th of August, 2024.
- Only Shortlisted candidates will be called for test & interview.
- Please email your queries at [email protected]
- The organization reserves the right to reject any or all applications.
- For further information please visit http//www.las.org.pk.